RACE COMMENT

OVERVIEW: GUNFORHIRE (10) appears very well placed with the concession claim and back to a suitable grade after racing well up in class at headquarters. His performances there against quality opposition have been very good, including a strong finishing second behind a smart one, running strong sectionals to the line. He has a very good strike rate at this track, and there looks to be plenty of early speed for him to unleash his customary fast finish. STARZINHEREYES (6) is also coming back to a suitable grade, having bumped into a couple of smart ones running time in her past two at Melton. Prior to that, she was racing well in QLD and now returns to her former stable. She has blistering gate speed and can lead and give plenty of cheek. GOLD IN PARIS (3) steps up in grade, but she’s been racing very well, particularly when racing in front last time and giving a good kick. The map looks a little different here, but she deserves consideration. There are a few worth keeping safe for the minor prizes. EYENEEDTHAT (1) was poor first-up as favourite, but the soft draw and added fitness can bring improvement. ALLGOOD VINNIE (5) has speed, and his best form has him in the mix, RANGER RICK (8) is better than his recent form suggests. BACK: GUNFORHIRE (10) – 2.5 units (win)