RACE COMMENT

OVERVIEW: BACKBEACH PETER (3) was very heavily supported and overcame a tough journey when a big winner at Terang then followed with a very easy win at Mount Gambier. He is drawn to find the lead whereas his main rival ROCKNROLL WILLOW (10) will be doing the chasing from the second row so he is a big chance of completing a hat trick. ROCKNROLL WILLOW (10) is a smart filly, which has only missed a place once in seven attempts and that effort was in the Breeders Crown Final. She was driven aggressively and clearly outgunned her rivals when resuming so she should make her presence felt. STEAM MACHINE (9) is a versatile pacer and was a big winner in a strong staying contest at Ararat two starts ago. He performed below expectations in his heat fourth but he is too good to dismiss. LUCKY VINCENT (1) attempted to lead throughout when third at Stawell. He is a good chance of ending up behind the leader from the pole position so he is a genuine place chance. Other place hopes include NAMELLA (4) and FAMISHED (8). BACK: BACKBEACH PETER (3) – 2 units (win)