AU - Ascot - Race 1

HELLUVA GODDESS (3) produced a big finish and scored here last time out with a length to spare over her rivals, and will carry 3lbs less this time. She can take the next step immediately. DESERT DANCING (4) has been knocking on the door after three straight placings, most recently finishing runner-up over 7f at this track nearly 4 weeks ago. She is a strong finisher who drops in grade and can have the last say here. DEFINE BEAUTIFUL (5) ran fourth last start over 6f here after being on the pace throughout. This is a touch easier, and she is one of the main each-way hopes. ON PATROL (2) resumes after four months, having kicked off his last campaign with a 6f win at Pinjarra. He has been close up in a recent trial, and from a good draw, he could break his course duck. HAMMARMILL (6) ran on late last start, and from a superior gate, she is also in with a chance.