MIRIMAR AND LAKHONI OFF TO BENDIGO

A somewhat quieter day on Sunday with just two runners for us at Bendigo in the shape of Lakhoni and Mirimar.

Mirimar is the first to go in race four, the Benchmark 70 Handicap over 2200m with Jordan Childs to ride and Mike Moroney has made a significant gear change for the race.

“He’s dropping back in trip and we’ve added the blinkers to him which should sharpen his concentration,” Moroney said.

“He’s worked terrific in them so I’m anticipating the gear change will make a difference.

“He’ll need to be sharp as it’s a decent race with some form in it. It’s a bit of a tricky draw but if he can get some cover and relax then I do think he is a winning chance.”

Lakhoni (pictured) runs in race seven, the Benchmark 64 Handicap over 1100m with Thomas Stockdale reducing his weight.

It is the first start this preparation for Lakhoni following an injury enforced break.

“From barrier one I think he should be able to use that, he’s nice and fresh and we’ve used the weight claim as well," Moroney said.

“If he can jump away and put himself there then that will give him a chance - if he can show anywhere near his best then I think he can be right in it