PakenhamThu, February 29, 2024

PRINCESS MARY (7) is returning from a lay-off of five months. Finished seventh at Randwick Kensington over 7f at the first run last prep. Now with a new trainer Peter G Moody & Katherine Coleman. Plenty to like about her prospects. PRINCE PRAWN (4) did a fair job on debut last time out, finishing 0.8 lengths from the winner in third over 6f at this track. Should improve sharply and this looks a nice race. HOWLIN' RAIN (1) has been in the betting recently but hasn't managed to live up to market expectations. Most recently finished fifth over 6½f at Sandown-Lakeside, beaten 2 lengths. Right in the mix. CITY OF BOULDER (8) finished third last start over 7f124yards at Moonee Valley, beaten 5.5 lengths. Should be cherry-ripe. In the right race and is a top-three hope.