Bendigo

Even race. THINKING OF GERTY (6) sat off speed and charged away with a big win fresh. Had the claim again and this is no tougher. Expected to go close. POCKET SIZE (8) gave a great sight last time over 1000m at Caulfield Heath when she raced up on the pace and fought on gamely only to be narrowly beaten. Form at this distance is strong with three wins from six starts and is one of the better hopes. TORONADO BOOM (5) hasn't raced since finishing fourth at Geelong over 1143m five weeks ago. Kept ticking over with a placing in a recent trial at Flemington. Rates well and looks a definite each-way chance. STRIKE ONE (1) is perhaps the most interesting runner of the day making Australian debut. The former Singapore galloper is a four time winner and has won fresh. Fitter with four jump-outs/trials so should be primed. Watch the market closely.