4:55am - RANVET HANDICAP | 1000m | | i

The much-awaited return of NIETA after her brilliant campaign last time in. Pace over the 1000m comes from SUPER MAXI and HIGHLY GEARED, who are the only two capable of setting the tempo (forecast: FAIR). NIETA should be stalking in midfield and seems too good given both her rapid sprint and determined finish. The trials were sharp enough (3rd and 2nd). Lots in the mix for a place (or each-way if you're against her), leaders SUPER MAXI and HIGHLY GEARED come off strong wins, I AM ZELADY (1000m could suit?) and SIR BACCHUS have real class, while PAINTE and ZIGGY WILLIE (1000m too short?) are very consistent. [updated 8:39am]