05:30 woolamai Saturday 7th February 2026

SHINTARO SAMURAI (4) was too good for a maiden field last start over 1m at Balnarring, scoring by 2. 25 lengths. Serious contender again with the confidence high. MAID ON STRYKE (6) is a genuine type with four minor placings from six starts this prep. 3 lengths from the winner in third last time out over 1m2f at Balnarring. Must be included on the strength of that form. UP TO ME (3) finds it hard to win but left a good impression last time out when beaten a head into second over 1m1/4f at Healesville. Should park just off the speed. Capable of testing this field. STRIKEOUT (7) has been out of the winner's list for a long time, last start finishing sixth at Healesville over 1m1/4f. Yet to miss the placings from four starts at this track. Placed to advantage and can feature in the finish.