AU - Ascot - Race 1

I'M NIPOTE (2) stormed home over the top to score at Pinjarra 9 days ago, getting the nod in a photo finish to bring up back-to-back wins. Now Pike hops in the saddle from a suitable draw and the drop back in trip is no issue. Well placed and can bring up the hat-trick. FORTUNE'S LUCK (7) is better than she showed last start when beaten 3.1L after getting a long way back. Her form prior was solid and now CJP takes the ride from an inside barrier. Can bounce back to her best form. BOUSSAC (5) continues to go around in the market and with some support, but has been narrowly beaten his past couple. Gets the blinkers on now and Steve Parnham takes the ride. May be what he needs to get him back in the winner's stall. MAJOR MARIO (4) will be fitter for two trials coming in and is not to be discounted. THE SPRUIKER (3) can bounce back following a 4.7L defeat last start in a tougher race.