AU - Hamilton - Race 7

IMMINENT STORM (1) has enjoyed a 39-day let-up since struggling on a heavy track at Warrnambool. Back in class on his most recent efforts but lumps 60kgs accordingly. Won't mind this trip while a bit on the fresh side and he has the class to play a big role in the outcome. POPTHEBUBBLY (5) travelled midfield then came wide but couldn't finish off as hoped last time out over 7f at Bendigo. Has raced over this distance once for a minor placing. Can improve enough to test this field. Veteran mare ALPINOVA (7) made it two minor placings on the bounce when runner-up over this trip at Wangaratta recently, coming from near the tail on the corner. Doesn't win out of turn but should be putting in the big strides late. IMACREEDYTWO (3) had only raced once in two months prior to his last start fourth over today's journey at Mortlake. Fitter and from a good gate is not out of the equation. STAR FORTIAN (6) is a good fresh performer with solid claims first-up from a 15-week break.