AU - Kembla Grange - Race 8

HELLISH (2) turned at the tail of the field and couldn't get involved last Saturday in a 5f BM78 of metro standing. Has won four from ten at today's journey and this is a far weaker race. It all sets up perfectly for a return to form. SMART SERENADE (9) was 33 days between runs when a tiring third over 6 ½f at Hawkesbury last time out. More effective at 7f than 6f but with a soft run out of gate one he should be competitive. CONFESS OUR DREAMS (1) was not sighted in four Saturday metro races before a better effort last start, beaten 2.5 lengths over 5 ½f at Canterbury. Back further in grade now and might have found her level. No surprise to see something positive here. MAH ALI (16) is better placed today after failing in a BM74 over the mile at Queanbeyan recently. Best form from earlier this prep reads well so keep her safe. HOUSE OF CARDS (3) is a strong fresh performer back from an 11-week break. Has been in work for a while so should be forward enough to run well.