RACE THREE
LIFES BLACK (2) was looking to make it 4 in succession last start when finishing as the runner-up. Losing no admirers in the process, he did a mountain of work after being repelled for the leading role and forced to breeze. Trying to pinch it, he was nabbed on the line, beaten a head. He can bounce back.
PACIFIC DRUMS (7) has been kept fresh and lines up for the 1st time since Feb. Sent forward from gate 6 and carving out the 1st panel in 26 flat, the early effort took its toll when fading in the latter stages. Needing a slice of luck from this gate, if he can see some space, he can build on his 4 from 6 record here at the triangle.
MAJOR SCORE (1) has placed at his past 3 starts, the latest on Wed night when eased back to find position. Only 2m in arrears the start prior, with the cosy trip he can strike in the stretch.
ELMS CREEK (4) will take benefit from his latest appearance when returning from a spell. Locked away from inside the 2nd line, it was a sound return and finding position cheaply can chime in.
SELECTIONS: LIFES BLACK (2), PACIFIC DRUMS (7), MAJOR SCORE (1), ELMS CREEK (4)
SUGGESTED BET: LIFES BLACK (2) to win