PakenhamMon, June 22, 2026

THE NEGOTIATOR (3) was a long way back last start but hit the line well to finish fourth, beaten 0. 8 lengths, over 1m at Cranbourne. Winning chance who will be winding up strongly. MILITARY BASE (4) returned from a lay-off three-and-a-half weeks ago when he was beaten 3. 5 lengths into fifth over 5½f at Pakenham. Won't find this as tough so he is a major player. LADY ELSA (10) is a progressive galloper who is when resuming since finishing tenth over 7f at Werribee six months ago which was the only run of that prep. Fitter for three subsequent trials, including a win. Reunites with Ben Allen who has a win when partnering. Has winning claims on best figures. GIVE SOME LIP (15) has not won for a long while. Last raced on June 3 when beaten 3 lengths into fourth at Sandown-Lakeside over 7f. Has the class to figure prominently.