Doomben Race 3 Tip #9 Gin 'n' Bitters $2.80
Dual acceptor who already has an impressive CV, having recorded three wins and one second from seven career starts.
The daughter of Sebring is certainly working up to a win, going off her strong second to smart filly Niedorp last start.
That mare lines up in the Spirit Of Boom Listed Fillies and Mares race later on this card, so that last start effort looks a good guide here.
She generally likes to race handy to the speed, so Robbie Fradd will be able to guide her into a great spot from barrier 2.
She has the necessary speed to hold her position in the run and Fradd will just need to pull the right reins at the right time and put her rivals away.
Moonee Valley Race 5 Tip #5 Niccolini Vito $3.60
Two runs for two wins this time in suggest he’s got the makings of a top class sprinter.
He's proven around The Valley and the 1200m is his go.
He’ll relish the fast speed in this and can fly over the top.
Moonee Valley Race 8 Tip #2 Coruscate $4.60
This James Cummings trained gelding is racing consistently.
He drops 4kg from his last start second and retains the services of Damien Oliver.
He’ll settle back and charge home late.
Ascot Race 9 Tip #2 Rock Magic $21.00
Rock Magic returns for that elusive Group 1 at 11 years of age and at start 58.
He ran third in this race last year, unable to reel in subsequent Group 1 winner Hey Doc while beating home warm favourite for this, Trekking.
His run first-up this prep behind Valour Road proves he hasn't lost that spring in his step. He then ran on an unsuitable Heavy track at his next start, and put in an encouraging performance.
He has the visors off and blinkers re-applied here for the first time in years. This change may just help him find that extra length.
Importantly, he gets back to a good track today and after scorching up the turf during track work this week, you couldn't hide the smile on Jarrad Noske's face.
Condor Heroes will ensure a genuine tempo and from barrier 2, Rock Magic should be able to land one back the fence.
What a fairy-tale story it would be for the horse, jockey and trainers if Rock Magic caused a boilover!
Moonee Valley Race 2 Tip #4 Direct $7.50
Direct looked impressive beating Prince Amongst Men in a jump-out at Caulfield.
That horse then went well in the Ballarat two-year-old reverse race at his next start.
Direct looked good at his most recent jump-out, sitting out wide and hardly being tested as he ran well against the promising Sunday Yum Cha.
We have not seen him let off the chain yet, but I think there is a sprint there if asked. Looks a great each-way bet!