RACE SIX
After initially under-selling the performance of COLT THIRTY ONE (12) last time out, upon closer look, the run was a superb effort, further highlighted by the fact the time broke the 4YO track record for the 2138m trip. He has no favours from the gate here, but can take the next step towards the Carnival and breakthrough the $500k stakes barrier with the win.
CLINTAL DO (10) drifted back from gate 5 last start when taking on open company and closed out strongly, laying down some sharp sectionals in the run home. He will take benefit from that outing after being 1st up from a let-up and with the right cart home will swoop hard.
THE FAITHFUL (1) had little luck last time out when wide early trying to find a forward position yet ended up snagging back when unable to slot in. With the benefit of the improved gate and added fitness, he is in the mix.
SPIKE BROMAC (8) sat in the pocket trail last start and chased hard to claim the silver when 4m from the winner INNOCENT CROCKER. He will be probing for the gaps again here and can chime in late.
SELECTIONS: COLT THIRTY ONE (12), CLINTAL DO (10), THE FAITHFUL (1), SPIKE BROMAC (8)
SUGGESTED BET: COLT THIRTY ONE (12) to win