5:05am - INGLIS COUNTRY HIGHWAY | 1300m | | i

Country horses on the way to the Country Champs, if any of these get to six wins they no longer qualify though. Early speed from SYD’S FOOTPRINTS, with PIERINO, OUR ROSEMAREE and SAFE LANDING all capable of getting on-pace too (tempo: FAIR to STEADY). COMMON PURPOSE was strong first-up and draws the inside here (check bias), while he has won over 1500m, his best ratings are over 1100m to 1200m so this will be a good litmus test for the 1400m Country Champs (win and he's out though!). OUR ROSEMAREE and FUN TICKETS both produced strong first-up runs and have each-way chances. PIERINO and VALREE also in the mix each-way, while SYD’S FOOTPRINTS perhaps the most progressive type stepping back in grade. Safe Landing: Winkers OFF FIRST TIME. [FORM GUIDE only]