AU2 - Riverina Paceway - Race 5

ALERT BAY (9) resumes from a spell of three-and-a-half months after winning his only appearance of last campaign, scoring by 2.6m at this circuit and distance. Lightly-raced with upside and readied with a city trial. Drawn to enjoy an economical run and if things go his way he could make a winning return. SPARTAN SHIELD (8) has been racing well at Albury with a win and two placings from the last three attempts. Draws deep but is capable of playing a major role with even luck. AUSSIE TIGER (6) is a three-year-old gelding by Tiger Tara on debut. Has a few trial wins under the belt so looks to have some talent. BETS ON HEAVEN (2) made progress to place from a wider barrier here last time. Draws well and could improved further third-up.