ThistledownMon, August 24, 2026

I BELONG FIRST (5) raced on the speed last start and battled on well but found one better over 1m at this track (Dirt). Commendable record at this trip with a win and two minor placings and is a key runner. SAY SAW (7) finished out of the money when fresh from a lay-off two starts back then she was always well out of her ground and was beaten 11 lengths when sixth over 5½f at this track five-and-a-half weeks ago. Faces an easier assignment so she will be hard to beat. MOBIL ENSIGN (8) has not won for a long while. Last raced on August 5 when beaten 4. 5 lengths into fourth at this track (Dirt) over 6f. Tackling a more suitable race this time so she is sure to be prominent. CHARDU (3) was safely held and never threatened last time when fifth at this track (Dirt) but gets some weight relief. Reunites with C Keiser which is a proven winning combination. Solid claims on best form.