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Today, April 28, 2025Flat5fSoft

Verdict

CONTROLLED ZONE (5) ran on Sunday at Ballarat when taken back from a wide gate, running on for fourth without threat. Fancy that was used as a tune-up for this, now drawn much better, he'll go forward and can break through. BLACKLIST (1) resumes for the Laming yard who can prepare one for this carnival. He got over further last time in but has ability, watch the betting. FORTYFOUR MAGNUM (15) resumes for the Lindsay Smith yard who have to be respected. She's a lightly raced filly, market will be key. MOAKSUN (2) ran on Sunday at Ballarat and was good when second. Was first up there, he'll be fitter on the quick turnaround. BUTTERCUP (13) is a big watch on debut for the Dabernig yard off some good jump out form.

5. Controlled Zone
1. Blacklist
15. Fortyfour Magnum

R4 1200m Mdn

13. 13. Buttercup
J: JOHN ALLENT: TOM DABERNIG
Price History:
3.20
Age:
3
Weight:
1-12
Gear:
-
Official Rating:
0
Days Since Last Run:
0
Verdict
Filly by Territories making her first appearance. Won a Warracknabeal trial over 1000m on April 22. Trained on the course and should be primed for a big debut.
1. 1. Blacklist
J: BLAKE SHINNT: RICHARD LAMING
F: 3225x
Price History:
5.00
Age:
4
Weight:
1-13
Gear:
-
Official Rating:
0
Days Since Last Run:
110
Verdict
Resuming today after a break of three-and-a-half months. Finished off last preparation fifth of 9 at Sale Mdn-Sw January 9 over 1717m, 6 len behind Emphasize with 59.5kg at $2.25. Previously first up; second last of 8 at Kembla Grange Cge Mdn-Sw August 31 over 1200m, 6 len behind Embassy with 59kg at $12. Looks all set for a bright return.
6. 6. Darkbonee
J: LUKE CURRIET: SYMON WILDE
Price History:
4.50
Age:
3
Weight:
1-13
Gear:
-
Official Rating:
0
Days Since Last Run:
0
Verdict
Gelding by Palentino facing the starter for the first time. Ran 3rd in a jump-out at Ararat on April 1. Makes debut on home track so pay to watch for a market push.
3. 3. Nicabuk
J: BEN MELHAMT: RICHARD LAMING
F: x2453
Price History:
7.50
Age:
5
Weight:
1-13
Gear:
-
Official Rating:
0
Days Since Last Run:
33
Verdict
Returns from a 33-day let-up. Last start 3rd of 11 at Pakenham 4yo+ Mdn-Sw on March 27 over 1200m, 3.5 len behind Stealth Of Night carrying 59.5kg at $21. The start before that 5th of 9 at Kyneton 4yo+ Mdn-Sw on February 27 over 1454m, 5 len behind Galpin carrying 59.5kg at $4.40. Should be at peak fitness now and is a definite top three chance.
15. 15. Fortyfour Magnum
J: FRED W KERSLEYT: LINDSEY SMITH
F: 0x2x
Price History:
7.50
Age:
3
Weight:
1-12
Gear:
-
Official Rating:
0
Days Since Last Run:
118
Verdict
Back from a spell. Only had one start last preparation held ground to the line 2nd of 10 at Terang Mdn-Sw on January 1 over 1000m, 3 len behind Sakowin carrying 55kg at $14. First up last campaign second last of 11 at Hobart 2yo Mdn on July 7 over 1100m, slow going 7 len behind Geegees Legacy with 55kg at $5. Won a jump-out at Geelong on April 2. Respect.
4. 4. Big Sexy
J: HARRY GRACET: MADDIE RAYMOND & PATRICK BELL
Price History:
12.00
Age:
3
Weight:
1-13
Gear:
-
Official Rating:
0
Days Since Last Run:
0
Verdict
Gelding by Swear on debut. Runner-up in an Ararat jump-out on April 1. Makes debut on home course and aided by a nice alley so keep a close eye on any market push.
8. 8. Tobeyeus
J: DANIEL MOORT: JAMIE EDWARDS
F: 5x
Price History:
19.00
Age:
3
Weight:
1-13
Gear:
-
Official Rating:
0
Days Since Last Run:
199
Verdict
Resuming from a lengthy break. Only one run when got back early 5th of 9 at Hamilton 3yo Mdn-Sw on October 12 over 1100m, 4.5 len behind Icy Pole carrying 58kg at $17. Prefer to see how he returns.
7. 7. Fox Strike
J: JACK HILLT: JOANNE MUGAVIN
Price History:
21.00
Age:
3
Weight:
1-13
Gear:
-
Official Rating:
0
Days Since Last Run:
0
Verdict
Gelding by Foxwedge making his first appearance. Ran 3rd in a Terang trial over 800m on April 14. Trained here and beautifully drawn but won't find this an easy assignment.
9. 9. Bon To Dance
J: JORDYN WEATHERLEYT: PAUL MCKENNA
F: 8x
Price History:
51.00
Age:
4
Weight:
1-12
Gear:
-
Official Rating:
0
Days Since Last Run:
351
Verdict
Resuming after a lengthy spell. Only one run when second last of 9 at Mornington F&M Mdn-Sw on May 13 over 1200m, on a slow track; 6 len behind Miss Marceau carrying 58kg at $61. Likely to need the outing.
14. 14. Epona Showgirl
J: TOM MADDENT: JANE BAKER
Price History:
67.00
Age:
3
Weight:
1-12
Gear:
-
Official Rating:
0
Days Since Last Run:
0
Verdict
First starter by Strasbourg out of Epona Gold. Has a total of two trials leading in today's debut. Unlikely to find enough improvement to trouble these.
12. 12. Twilight Glow
J: TAYLA CHILDST: SHAYNE FISHER
F: 9600x
Price History:
126.00
Age:
4
Weight:
1-12
Gear:
-
Official Rating:
0
Days Since Last Run:
149
Verdict
Resuming after a break of five months. Finished off last campaign tenth of 12 at this track Mdn-Sw December 1 over 1200m, in the wet; 4.5 len behind Swanny Dee with 57.5kg at $101. Previously first up; ran last of 9 at Warracknabeal Mdn-Sw August 31 over 1005m, 23 len behind Tochka with 57.5kg at $151. Doubt she will have much to offer first up.
11. 11. Ochre Dreams
J: MELISSA JULIUST: JOANNE MUGAVIN
F: 7
Price History:
126.00
Age:
4
Weight:
1-12
Gear:
-
Official Rating:
0
Days Since Last Run:
17
Verdict
Jumped at very long odds at debut, eased back early on 7th of 9 at Werribee Mdn-Sw on April 12 over 1000m, 7 len behind Lavandula carrying 57.5kg at $101. Doubt she will trouble these.

Non-Runners

5. 5. Controlled Zone
J: BEN ALLENT: CIARON MAHER
F: 33324
Price History:
3.00
Age:
3
Weight:
1-13
Gear:
-
Official Rating:
0
Days Since Last Run:
2
Verdict
Racing well. Most recently 4th of 13 at Ballarat, 4.5 len behind Grand Intention April 27 over 1100m. The run before that 2nd of 8 at Geelong Mdn-Sw on April 11 over 1100m, neck behind Linkvue with 59kg at $3.60. On the quick turnaround, go close.
2. 2. Moaksun
J: MITCHELL AITKENT: HENRY DWYER
F: 226x2
Price History:
10.00
Age:
4
Weight:
1-13
Gear:
-
Official Rating:
0
Days Since Last Run:
2
Verdict
Second up today. First up ran 2nd at Ballarat over 1100m behind Grand Intention, beaten 2.75 len. Fitter and has claims.
10. 10. Libby Ann
J: KATE WALTERST: WAYNE WALTERS
Price History:
26.00
Age:
4
Weight:
1-12
Gear:
-
Official Rating:
0
Days Since Last Run:
0
Verdict
Four-year-old mare (Tarzino - Olivia Ann) has trialled on three occasions leading into today's race. Was second in a 800m barrier trial on April 14 at Terang. Prefer to see under race conditions.

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