BallaratFri, June 12, 2026

FORBIDDEN DESIRE (11) finished out of the money two starts back then was beaten 4. 5 lengths when fifth over 5f at Sandown-Hillside three weeks ago. Finds a suitable assignment and can get the job done. VIPERSTRIKE (5) showed good early speed last start on debut and fought on well to hold third, beaten 2 lengths, over 5½f at Kilmore. Open to improvement and looks a serious contender. ATELLA MISS (8) was in contention on the corner and finished second last time over 6f at Moe when resuming from a lay-off, beaten 1. 5 lengths. Will enjoy a drop in class so she will be hard to beat. IBERIAN LYNX (2) is back after a break of seven months. Went close to a maiden win before the layoff, finishing third at his latest appearance over 6f at Warrnambool. Good effort to kick-off last prep when in the money at Geelong over 5¾f. Placed in a recent trial. Solid top-three hope.