NewcastleSat, April 11, 2026

BANG ON TIME (1) made an encouraging debut last time out, finishing 1. 3 lengths from the winner in second over 6f at Kembla Grange. Big chance based on that effort. PINK PERSUASION (9) returns after three-and-a-half months in the paddock. Closed the last campaign with a ninth over 7f at Randwick. Has had the benefit of two trials leading into this. Set for a bold return. STREET FORCE (12) was at long odds on debut last time out and finished sixth, beaten 2. 5 lengths, over 5½f at Hawkesbury. Has ability and must be respected. LE SMOKE (7) is a three-year-old filly who is having her first run for the Kris Lees barn. Most recently finished in the placings at New Plymouth Raceway before going for a break. Fitter for placing in a Scone trial and looks nicely placed. Shapes as a top-three chance.