AU - Geraldton - Race 3

HYPERREAL (2) gets the nod in a competitive Class 2, with his last-start Bunbury sixth carrying more merit than the finishing position after he began awkwardly and raced wide throughout in a Class 3. His Northam second on heavy ground two back also reads well for this with the step out in distance looking to suit. GOOD SHOW (3) has the recent figures against him, but the drop back from 1 m and his previous win at the distance make him a genuine turnaround candidate if the first-time blinkers have the desired effect. MAGIC CARATS (4) was beaten just under a length as a well-supported favourite at Carnarvon and gets weight relief. Wouldn't surprise to see him go one better. DUTCH POR (1) resumes here off a long break but should be fitter for a recent trial. Can run a cheeky race on resumption. MR HOLLYWOOD (8) can be in the finish.