First up, it was a horror watch for punters as this Toronado filly was stuck in traffic until the final 100m, before sprouting wings late to run second by only a head.
Last preparation, she won consecutive races and looked above average on each occasion.
Dean Holland, who has partnered her in 5 of her 6 runs to date, may have to find some cover three wide from the wide draw to ensure she isn't overworked in the early stages.
Look for Holland to time his run before the turn and use her turn of foot to put away her opposition.
Moonee Valley Race 5 Tip #1 Not Enough Effort $6.00
The name doesn't give you a lot of confidence, however this gelding from the Bussutin-Young stable looks ready after running two close up thirds this time in. On both of those clashes, he finished behind in-form galloper Ididitforlove.
He has a 30% winning strike rate from 13 career starts and strips fitter for this third-up assignment over the 955m scamper.
Apprentice Thomas Stockdale takes off 2kg and should be able make use of gate 6 and have him in an on-pace position in the run.
This is a very open sprint and if he gets a favouroble trip, he can certainly add to his already impressive winning record.
Rick Morris is an experienced racing analyst, with a sharp eye for finding a winner. Residing in Melbourne, Rick keeps a close eye on the Victorian racing scene as well as metropolitan Queensland racing. He's also big AFL fan, having spent close to 20 years commentating the NAB League under 19's competition.
