AU2 - Menangle - Race 1

FRANKYTHEFRENCHMAN (6) has the hoof on the till after seconds at this venue at his last three appearances. Beaten favourite last week but did a good job when beaten just a neck after being close to the pace throughout. Draws wider but can break through with even luck. ACACIA STRIDE (9) has joined Rickie Alchin since she last raced five-and-a-half months ago. Cops a wide draw but looks looks forward enough for the return after two recent trials here, recording a a minor placing in the latest. PRINCESS DU FER (3) has produced two decent efforts since a win at this circuit and distance, last week drawing wider and racing parked but boxing on to be beaten just over 5m. Player from a better draw. RIOTERRA (7) is first up for 12 weeks but has trialled and has performed well when fresh previously so keep safe.