Caulfield February 22nd, Tips and Previews

Mr Brightside did everything but win first-up in the C.F. Orr Stakes.

He sat on top of a genuine tempo and was only grabbed in the shadows by a smart one.

The Bullbars gelding traditionally motors second-up from a spell, and he is a track and distance specialist. 

From the wide gate, he will push forward and find a spot in the running line, and if Craig Williams presents the people’s horse with his run at the right time, I expect him to prove too strong late.

Class personified! 

Evaporate can run a drum at a decent quote.

The talented three-year-old was luckless fresh in a hot-form race, and I suspect he has plenty of improvement to come for the campaign. 

The progressive Per Incanto gelding with drift back and find his hooves, and if the peloton leaves the kettle on during the early stages of the race, he can gobble up his more experienced and seasoned rivals late.

Acid test!