AU - Cairns - Race 1

JUST A DUCHESS (7) has changed stables and returns from an 82-day break. Did a reasonable job to be beaten just over four lengths on debut at Doomben to launch the last prep. Trialled well recently and looks set to make an immediate impact for the new yard. SMART 'N' LOUD (4) has not appeared since showing pace then hanging on well for third on debut over this course and distance on 12 March. Capable of taking this out with a bit of natural improvement expected. ANY NEWS (1) returns from a 15-week break. Beaten a long neck here at today's journey at his latest appearance. Opened last prep with a placing so expect he will be up for this. Market watch on WATEGO'S BAY (9) lining up for the first time. LILSISTERDON'TCHA (5) has raced handy but not quite found the line as hoped in her last couple of longer trips at Mackay. Can improve dropping back in distance.