AU - Newcastle - Race 4

COPACABANA (1) back in class today after resuming with a slashing third to Smashing Time over 6f at Kembla Grange from the sticky draw. Proven at this trip and his lone victory came second-up. The one to beat. VIKTOR (2) returned from a lengthy break with a respectable fourth over 7f at Kembla Grange. Was snagged back on that occasion and expect to see him race closer from the low draw. Shapes as the main danger. HIGHLY TEMPTED (8) Taree-trained gelding unlucky not to have a few more wins on his CV. Returned from a let-up with a slashing fourth over 6f at Rosehill in Highway grade. Drops further in weight with Grima's claim and gets his chance. ZOUCRATIC (5) has come back a much stronger gelding this time in and at his top for this. Sat on the speed when a game third over 7f at Kembla Grange. Lugging-bit goes on and worth thought.