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VRC Champions Stakes Day – formerly known as Mackinnon Stakes Day – is the last day of the Melbourne Cup Carnival and offers the final Group 1 races of the Melbourne Spring Racing Carnival. While the Flemington card has plenty of Group spring racing for punters, it is also the “Family Day” and features lots of entertainment for the whole family.

The 2024 VRC Champions Stakes Day will take place at Flemington Racecourse on Saturday ,November 9, 2024.

Below you will find the 2024 VRC Champions Stakes Day race schedule.

The meeting is headlined by the running of the Group 1 $3 million VRC Champions Stakes (2000m) run under weight-for-age conditions by a host of Cox Plate graduates, the Group 1 $3 million Champions Mile (1600m) moved to the card from Derby Day ahead of the 2022 edition, and the Group 1 $3 million Champions Sprint (1200m) for the season’s top sprinters.

2024 VRC Champions Stakes Day Race Schedule

The official VRC Champions Stakes Day 2024 schedule will be updated closer to Melbourne Cup week.

Race 1 (12:40pm) – $150,000 Ronald McDonald House Charities Mile (1600m)

Ronald McDonald House Charities Mile 2024 Odds

Ronald Mcdonald House Charities (Bm84)

OpenRace time: 1731116400

Runner Details	Win	Place
1. Nation's Call (2) J: Jye McNeil 58.5kg T: R Griffiths & M De Kock	5.00	1.90
Second-up. First-up after three months favourite; won by a neck at Moe Bm78 October 18 over 1600m on a soft track defeating Presser with 59.5kg at $2. Previously second-up favourite; won by 1.75 len at Pakenham Cl1 May 16 over 1600m on a rain affected track defeating Absolute Deel carrying 62kg at $1.40. Consistent type who can go on with the job here.
2. Tijuana (5) J: Ben Allen 58.5kg T: Ben, Will & Jd Hayes	13.00	3.70
At the latest run 7th of 12 at Caulfield Bm84 on October 16 over 1440m, 4 len behind Poison Chalice carrying 59kg at $19. Before that 5th of 11 at Caulfield Bm84 on August 17 over 1400m, 3.5 len behind Running By carrying 59.5kg at $16. Going okay, place looks best.
3. Blanchland (9) J: Luke Currie 58kg T: Trent Busuttin & Natalie Young	12.00	3.40
Back from a spell. Finished off last preparation second last of 9 at Newmarket (Rowley) in the G3 Earl of Sefton Stakes April 17 over 1810m, 17 len behind Ottoman Fleet with 58kg at $81. Previously first up; 12th of 14 at Newcastle All Weather March 29 over 2011m, 9 len behind Elegant Man carrying 61kg at $9.50. Certainly good enough and has jumped out well.
4. Fire Of Etna (8) J: Jamie Mott 57.5kg T: A & S Freedman	16.00	4.20
Last start 8th of 10 at Caulfield in the G3 L/Day Vase on October 12 over 1600m, 8 len behind Grinzinger Belle carrying 56kg at $15. The run before that 8th of 10 at Moonee Valley in the G2 Stocks on September 27 over 1514m, 3.5 len behind Alsephina carrying 55kg at $7.50. Better than that and can sneak into the finish.
5. Prince Eric (4) J: Declan Bates 57kg T: Archie Alexander	9.50	2.90
Back from a spell. Only had one start last campaign won by 1.0 len at Sandown Park 3yo Rating 90 June 15 over 1810m defeating Mr Monaco with 58kg at $10. Won previous preparation first up won by a head at Lingfield All Weather February 19 over 1609m defeating Superb Force carrying 60.5kg at $2.50. Runner-up in a Murtoa trial over 900m on October 9. Clearly has talent, watch the market.
6. Ceerseven (7) J: Ben Melham 56.5kg T: Mitchell Freedman	14.00	3.80
Third-up today and won third-up previously. Resuming 11th of 15 at Sandown-Hillside Bm84 on September 28 over 1400m, 6 len behind Freak Of Nature with 56.5kg at $21. Second-up made some head-way from midfield; 3rd of 10 at Moonee Valley Bm78 on October 25 over 1600m, 2 len behind Montather with 57.5kg at $10. Better last time, in the mix here.
7. Anahita (10) J: James McDonald 56kg T: Chris Waller	8.00	2.60
Useful mare. At the latest run eased back early on 9th of 12 at Caulfield in the G2 Tristarc on October 19 over 1400m, on a slow track; 4.5 len behind Lady In Pink carrying 55kg at $17. The race before that 5th of 12 at this track in the G2 Blazer on October 5 over 1400m, slow going 1.4 len behind Revolutionary Miss with 55kg at $17. Suited here and can improve.
8. Farhh Flung (3) J: Damian Lane 56kg T: Danny O'Brien	15.00	4.00
Second-up. First-up after six months was disqualified from his Moonee Valley race Bm78 October 25 over 1600m. Previously second-up 4th of 12 at Caulfield Bm84 on April 6 over 1600m, on a slow track; 3 len behind Regal Azmon carrying 56kg at $14. Will need to improve many lengths to feature.
9. Angland (6) J: Michael Dee 54.5kg T: Mick Price & Michael Kent Jnr	3.20	1.50
Form hard to fault. Last start favourite; won by 2 len at Murray Bridge 4yo+ 1Mw-Ly October 12 over 1400m defeating Intrepid Eagle with 57kg at $2.30. The race before that 4th of 10 at Geelong Bm70 on September 26 over 1347m, on a slow track; 1.75 len behind Calico Jack carrying 59.5kg at $2.10. Progressive type who looks well placed in this.
10. Good Banter (1) J: Craig Williams 54kg T: John O'Shea & Tom Charlton	14.00	3.80
Third-up today. Resuming 10th of 17 at Rosehill Bm88 on September 28 over 1400m, on a slow track; 7 len behind Willaidow with 53kg at $19. Second-up second last of 14 at Randwick in the G3 Angst on October 19 over 1600m, slow going 7 len behind Lekvarte carrying 56kg at $21. Hasn't shown enough this preparation.
11. Winsome Star (11) J: Harry Coffey 54kg T: J G Symons & S Laxon	16.00	4.20
Third-up today and placed third-up previously. First-up 2nd of 14 at Geelong Bm64 on October 23 over 1400m, nose behind Fire Wheel carrying 60.5kg at $10. Second run from a spell 2nd of 9 at Moonee Valley Bm64 on November 1 over 1519m, 4.5 len behind Divine Thoughts carrying 60.5kg at $3. Comes into this off a solid second over 1519m at Moonee Valley last time but further improvement is required if he is to be competitive.

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ANGLAND (9) gets the nod in the opener having gone to Murray Bridge and won dominantly last start over 1400m. He's always promised very good ability and being by a Derby winner in Ace High, he should relish getting to 1600m for the first time. Big watch on BLANCHLAND (3) who makes his Australian debut. His UK form is over further but he's got the ability and has looked good at the jump outs. Creates interest and can run well. NATION'S CALL (1) was a tough winner fresh at Moe over this trip after being well backed. Fitter and maps ideally, no reason he can't win again. CEERSEVEN (6) was better second up at Moonee Valley and could sneak into the finish. ANAHITA (7) gets McDonald on and can improve.

Race 2 (1:15pm) – Restricted Listed $500,000 Inglis Banner (1000m)

Inglis Banner 2024 Odds

Inglis Banner

OpenRace time: 1731118500

Runner Details	Win	Place
1. Leave No Doubt (3) J: Damian Lane 58kg T: T & C McEvoy	15.00	4.00
Claiming his maiden victory on debut; ran on strongly from last on the turn and won by a neck at Bendigo 2yo Mdn-Sw October 19 over 1000m on a rain affected track defeating Hello Romeo carrying 58kg at $5. Likely to find this harder but hard to knock.
2. Four On The Floor (7) J: Zac Spain 58kg T: Shane Nichols	81.00	14.00
First-starter by Anders out of Bold Arial. Not seen on the track yet so hard to assess. Jump outs just fair, watch the betting.
3. Latin Boss (11) J: Mark Zahra 58kg T: Ben, Will & Jd Hayes	5.00	1.90
First-starter by Street Boss out of Latin Spirit. Good jump outs and top jockey booked.
4. Red Barron (1) J: Ben Allen 58kg T: L & T Corstens & W Larkin	34.00	7.50
Was at big odds at debut, eased back early on 6th of 10 at this track in the G3 Maribyrnong Plt on November 5 over 1000m, 5.5 len behind Tycoon Star with 58kg at $41. Okay on debut but prefer to see again.
5. Bubion (6) J: Craig Williams 56kg T: A & S Freedman	6.00	2.15
At debut, 2nd of 13 at Caulfield in the LR Debutant Stks on October 16 over 1000m, 1.0 len behind Miss Celine carrying 56kg at $11. Ran well on debut and must have claims here.
6. Aliquam (5) J: Luke Currie 56kg T: Liam Birchley	14.00	3.80
First starter by Tagaloa out of So Foxy. Trialled on October 22 when third at Eagle Farm over 800m. Respect any push in betting.
7. Angelotti (4) J: Luke Nolen 56kg T: Robbie Laing	16.00	4.20
First-starter by Yes Yes Yes out of Botticelli Angel. Not seen on the track yet so hard to assess. Jump outs have been good, watch the betting.
8. Chisholm (8) J: Chad Schofield 56kg T: Mick Price & Michael Kent Jnr	4.00	1.70
Filly by I Am Invincible on debut. Has looked handy in her trials leading into this. Won trial at Warwick Farm over 792m on October 15. Very well bred filly who looks smart.
9. Grammy's Sunshine (2) J: Harry Coffey 56kg T: T & C McEvoy	13.00	3.60
First starter by Earthlight out of Grammys. Third October 9 at Murtoa at her only trial. Jumped out well since, expecting a good run.
10. Rohesia (9) J: Michael Dee 56kg T: Ben, Will & Jd Hayes	7.50	2.45
First-starter by Hanseatic out of Vinni Rose. Won both jump outs leading in and must be respected for in-form stable.
11. Within The Law (10) J: Ben Melham 56kg T: Bjorn Baker	6.50	2.25
Filly by Lucky Vega on debut. Recent trial form has been pretty solid. Was runner-up in a trial at Hawkesbury on October 28 over 800m. Looks smart and can run a big race.

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Leaning to the unraced form here. CHISHOLM (8) is a filly by I Am Invincible out of a G1 Lightning Stakes winner in Switzerland. There aren't many better pedigrees for sprinting and CHISHOLM has looked the part with an easy trial win in Sydney. Expecting a big debut. WITHIN THE LAW (11) has also trialled well in NSW behind the talented North England who ran well at G3 level in Sydney on debut. Expecting that trial form to hold up. GRAMMY'S SUNSHINE (9) is a filly by Earthlight who looked good winning a Horsham jump out. Can run well. ROHESIA (10) is a filly by Hanseatic on debut for the Hayes yard, who ran the trifecta in the 2yo race on Cup day. Must respect. LATIN BOSS (3) is another Hayes debutant who has jumped out well and can win.

Race 3 (1:50pm) – Group 3 $300,000 Queen Elizabeth Stakes (1600m)

Queen Elizabeth Stakes 2024 Odds

Queen Elizabeth Stakes (G3)

OpenRace time: 1731120600

Runner Details	Win	Place
1. Serpentine (7) J: James McDonald 58.5kg T: G Waterhouse & A Bott	4.80	1.80
Useful gelding. Last start ran on from midfield; 2nd of 10 at Moonee Valley in the G2 Mv Cup on October 25 over 2500m, 0.5 len behind Okita Soushi with 56.5kg at $6. Before that couldn't go on with it; 12th of 17 at Randwick in the G1 The Metrop on October 5 over 2400m, 8 len behind Land Legend with 55kg at $14. Gave a big sight last time and will do so again.
2. Berkeley Square (6) J: Jaylah Kennedy 58kg T: Dan O'Sullivan	6.50	2.15
Recent form sound. Most recently 2nd of 15 at Bendigo in the G3 Bdgo Cup on October 30 over 2400m, 4 len behind Sea King with 58.5kg at $6. Before that 2nd of 8 at Caulfield in the G3 Coongy on October 16 over 2000m, 1.75 len behind Kingswood carrying 58kg at $4. Will be hitting the line well again.
3. Amade (3) J: Mark Zahra 57kg T: Phillip Stokes	8.50	2.60
Useful gelding. At the latest run 5th of 13 at Geelong in the G3 Geel Cup on October 23 over 2400m, 5 len behind Onesmoothoperator with 56kg at $17. Before that 3rd of 13 at this track in the G3 Bart Cummings on October 5 over 2520m, on a slow track; neck behind Just Fine with 55.5kg at $41. Still racing well and must be considered.
4. Smokin' Romans (4) J: Ben Melham 56.5kg T: Ciaron Maher	11.00	3.10
Third-up today and won third-up in the past. First-up 5th of 8 at Caulfield in the G3 Coongy on October 16 over 2000m, 4 len behind Kingswood with 58kg at $21. Second-up tracked the speed and boxed on steadily 4th of 7 at Moonee Valley in the G3 Jra Cup on October 26 over 2040m, 2.75 len behind Future History carrying 58kg at $5. Wouldn't shock.
5. First Light (9) J: Jye McNeil 55.5kg T: Chris Waller	23.00	5.00
At the latest run sat on the speed throughout before fading second last of 15 at Bendigo in the G3 Bdgo Cup on October 30 over 2400m, 10 len behind Sea King carrying 56.5kg at $13. The start before that 7th of 17 at Randwick in the G1 The Metrop on October 5 over 2400m, 6 len behind Land Legend with 50kg at $21. Would have to improve a long way.
6. Mission Of Love (10) J: Craig Williams 54kg T: J G Symons & S Laxon	21.00	4.80
Useful type. Last start couldn't go on with it; 11th of 13 at Geelong in the G3 Geel Cup on October 23 over 2400m, 7 len behind Onesmoothoperator with 54kg at $41. The run before that 5th of 13 at this track in the G3 Bart Cummings on October 5 over 2520m, on a slow track; 2.25 len behind Just Fine with 54kg at $26. Risking.
7. Kinesiology (1) J: Damian Lane 54kg T: Chris Waller	2.70	1.35
Returns from a 56-day let-up. At the latest run 2nd of 10 at Leopardstown in the G3 We're Here To on September 14 over 2414m, 1.75 len behind Trustyourinstinct with 57.5kg at $5.50. The race before that 2nd of 8 at Leopardstown in the LR Vinnie Roe on August 22 over 2816m, nose behind Chemistry with 60.5kg at $3. Progressive import who rates a strong chance.
8. Star Vega (8) J: Billy Egan 54kg T: A & S Freedman	9.00	2.70
Useful type. At the latest run made significant ground from the rear of the field 3rd of 15 at Bendigo in the G3 Bdgo Cup on October 30 over 2400m, 4 len behind Sea King with 54kg at $11. Before that 3rd of 8 at Caulfield in the G3 Coongy on October 16 over 2000m, 2 len behind Kingswood carrying 54kg at $7.50. Going well, has each way claims.
9. I'm A Dirty Rascal (5) J: Michael Dee 54kg T: G Waterhouse & A Bott	21.00	4.80
At the latest run 6th of 15 at Bendigo in the G3 Bdgo Cup on October 30 over 2400m, 5.5 len behind Sea King with 54kg at $26. The race before that 9th of 12 at Caulfield Bm84 on October 16 over 2400m, 7 len behind Whisky On The Hill with 59.5kg at $4. Hard to fault if anywhere near right.
10. Pesto (11) J: Harry Coffey 54kg T: Gavin Bedggood	41.00	8.00
Last start 8th of 12 at Caulfield Bm84 on October 16 over 2400m, 5.5 len behind Whisky On The Hill carrying 57kg at $10. Before that 4th of 7 at Mornington in the LR H White on September 29 over 2400m, 3 len behind Herman Hesse carrying 54kg at $9.50. Appears outclassed.
11. Steel Blaze (2) J: Zac Spain 54kg T: B M Lazzarini	41.00	8.00
Last start eased back early on 9th of 12 at Rosehill in the G3 Rosehill Cup on November 2 over 2000m, 2.75 len behind Fawkner Park carrying 54kg at $151. Before that got back early 6th of 9 at Randwick in the G3 St Leger on October 19 over 2600m, on a slow track; 4 len behind Athabascan with 53.5kg at $81. Others seem to have his measure.

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SERPENTINE (1) ran a much better race in the G2 Moonee Valley Gold Cup last start when working home well to finish within half a length of Okita Soushi, who ran a cracking 3rd in the Melbourne Cup. He's hard to catch when he's out and rolling and McDonald on is a big positive. AMADE (3) was solid in the G3 Geelong Cup last time having run a big race here prior in the G3 Bart Cummings. He's a tough old stayer who will be hard to hold out if he jumps away cleanly. Big watch on KINESIOLOGY (7) who was scratched from Tuesday to run here. He was given a genuine all-in chance in the Melbourne Cup which can't be said for any of these. Very wary. BERKELEY SQUARE (2) continues to race well and should be hard to hold out. STAR VEGA (8) next best.

Race 4 (2:30pm) – Listed $175,000 Cirka Always Welcome Stakes (1200m)

Cirka Always Welcome Stakes 2024 Odds

Cirka Always Welcome Stakes (L)

OpenRace time: 1731123000

Runner Details	Win	Place
1. Front Page (9) J: James McDonald 59.5kg T: Matthew Dale	4.20	1.80
Second run back. First-up after six months set the pace for much of the race 2nd of 14 at Randwick Kosciuszko on October 19 over 1200m, on a slow track; 2.25 len behind Far Too Easy carrying 59kg at $2.50. Previously second-up 5th of 7 at Randwick in the G3 Hall Mark on April 20 over 1200m, on rain affected going; 6 len behind Mazu with 56kg at $2.10. Not to be in The Kosciuszko this year but he's a top sprinter who rates highly.
2. Nicolini Vito (8) J: Luke Currie 56.5kg T: Ben, Will & Jd Hayes	16.00	4.40
Useful type. At the latest run got back early 6th of 11 at this track in the G2 Linlithgow on November 2 over 1400m, 4.5 len behind Another Wil with 54kg at $13. Before that 5th of 9 at Sandown-Hillside in the G3 Sand Stks on September 28 over 1500m, 3 len behind Desert Lightning carrying 54.5kg at $3.50. Each way hope.
3. The Astrologist (14) J: Jamie Mott 56kg T: L & T Corstens & W Larkin	71.00	13.00
At the latest run failed to make an impression; 8th of 11 at this track in the G2 Linlithgow on November 2 over 1400m, 8 len behind Another Wil with 53.5kg at $26. The start before that 8th of 12 at this track in the G2 Gilgai on October 5 over 1200m, slow going 5 len behind Right To Party carrying 57kg at $26. Hard to see him turning it around.
4. Rey Magnerio (15) J: Jye McNeil 55kg T: R Griffiths & M De Kock	4.80	1.95
Going well. Most recently 2nd of 13 at this track in the G3 Rising Fast on November 2 over 1200m, nose behind Maharba with 54kg at $4.50. The run before that 2nd of 8 at Caulfield in the G2 Caul Sprint on October 19 over 1000m, on a slow track; nose behind Estriella with 53kg at $3. Just missed on Derby Day and can go one better.
5. Crosshaven (1) J: Craig Newitt 54.5kg T: Ben, Will & Jd Hayes	35.00	8.00
At the latest run came home strongly from last on the turn; 4th of 13 at this track in the G3 Rising Fast on November 2 over 1200m, 2.5 len behind Maharba carrying 54kg at $81. The start before that second last of 12 at this track in the G2 Gilgai on October 5 over 1200m, slow going 6 len behind Right To Party with 57kg at $41. Solid last time, could sneak a placing.
6. Barber (6) J: Craig Williams 54kg T: James Cummings	9.00	2.90
Recent form sound. At the latest run came from midfield and won by a neck at Geelong Dual Choice Plt October 23 over 1200m defeating Overactive with 59.5kg at $10. Before that 3rd of 12 at Moonee Valley Bm84 on September 27 over 1200m, 4 len behind Baraqiel carrying 59.5kg at $17. Back in form last time and wouldn't shock.
7. Red Hot Nicc (13) J: Harry Coffey 54kg T: Phillip Stokes	18.00	4.80
Second run back. First-up after five months 2nd of 10 at Moonee Valley Qlty Hcp on October 26 over 1000m, 1.3 len behind Acromantula with 53.5kg at $7.50. Previously second-up won by a head at Caulfield Bm84 May 11 over 1200m on a rain affected track defeating Starlight Scope carrying 58.5kg at $17. Fitter and has some claims.
8. Umgawa (5) J: Patrick Moloney 54kg T: L & T Corstens & W Larkin	151.00	23.00
Resuming. Finished off last campaign when last in a small field at Mildura Mildura Cup July 19 over 1400m, soft track; 7 len behind Jimmy The Bear carrying 55kg at $8.50. Previously first up; fourth of 12 at Moonee Valley in the LR Abell Stks March 1 over 1200m, 1.5 len behind Indian Pacific carrying 56kg at $6.50. Would have to improve sharply.
9. Nadal (12) J: Michael Dee 54kg T: Ciaron Maher	3.90	1.70
Third-up today and won third-up previously. First-up 4th of 14 at this track Bm78 on September 14 over 1100m, on a slow track; 1.5 len behind Moby Dick with 60kg at $4.50. Second-up favourite; won by 1.75 len at Caulfield Bm78 October 16 over 1100m defeating Kin carrying 60kg at $3.30. Progressive type who rates highly down in the weights.
10. Garza Blanca (7) J: Craig Williams 54kg T: Ciaron Maher	19.00	5.00
Resuming. Finished off last preparation tenth of 13 at Bendigo Bm84 April 13 over 1100m, 7 len behind Senegalia carrying 59kg at $3.30. First up last campaign second of 8 at Kembla Grange Lillye - Bm94 March 15 over 1200m, soft track; a head behind Astero carrying 55kg at $2. Each way chance.
11. Peace Treaty (11) J: Billy Egan 54kg T: A & S Freedman	26.00	6.50
At the latest run faded in the straight 7th of 9 at Rosehill in the G3 Nivison on October 12 over 1200m, 3 len behind Olentia with 54kg at $6.50. The race before that tracked the speed and boxed on steadily; won by 0.7 len at Rosehill Bm78 September 28 over 1100m in soft going defeating Cavallo Rampante carrying 56.5kg at $10. Going well, has claims.
12. Robrick (16) J: Zac Spain 54kg T: Mick Price & Michael Kent Jnr	16.00	4.40
Second-up. First-up after five months 3rd of 10 at Geelong Dual Choice Plt on October 23 over 1200m, 0.5 len behind Barber with 58.5kg at $19. Previously second-up 2nd of 19 at this track Inglis Sprint on March 2 over 1200m, 0.8 len behind Estriella with 58kg at $17. Fitter and must have claims.
13. Mr Exclusive (2) J: Jaylah Kennedy 54kg T: Matthew Brown	101.00	17.00
Second run back. First-up after three months 7th of 14 at this track Bm78 on October 5 over 1200m, 1.3 len behind Warnie carrying 59kg at $51. Previously second-up 9th of 13 at Sandown-Hillside Bm74 on July 3 over 1300m, slow going 3.5 len behind Baroque Road carrying 58.5kg at $21. Fitter, place looks best.
14. Moby Dick (4) J: Damian Lane 54kg T: Mick Price & Michael Kent Jnr	13.00	3.80
At the latest run 5th of 10 at Geelong Dual Choice Plt on October 23 over 1200m, 2 len behind Barber carrying 56.5kg at $2. The run before that 4th of 14 at this track Bm78 on October 5 over 1200m, head behind Warnie carrying 59.5kg at $2.10. Even last time but has ability and can bounce back.
15. Overactive (10) J: Declan Bates 54kg T: A & S Freedman	35.00	8.00
Second run back. First-up after four months took up a position near the tail 2nd of 10 at Geelong Dual Choice Plt on October 23 over 1200m, neck behind Barber carrying 54kg at $10. Previously second-up 4th of 12 at Sandown-Hillside Bm70 on June 19 over 1500m, on a slow track; 3 len behind Nation's Call carrying 60kg at $8. Not the worst.
16. De Bergerac (3) J: Dylan Browne McMonagle 54kg T: Grahame Begg	67.00	13.00
Most recently got back early 6th of 11 at Geelong Bm70 on October 23 over 1300m, 1.5 len behind Zaszou carrying 59.5kg at $8.50. Before that won by a head at Geelong Cl1 September 26 over 1247m on a rain affected track defeating Fridge Monster carrying 60.5kg at $2.60. Others rate better this time.

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REY MAGNERIO (4) has been excellent without winning at his past couple, flashing late to be beaten the barest of margins by Estriella & Maharba, the latest here on Derby Day. He still rates very highly and can repay the faith. NADAL (9) won very well in fast time last start at Caulfield over 1100m. He looks capable of going through the grades and he's right up to winning at this level already. FRONT PAGE (1) led at a fast tempo in The Kosciuszko and was just no match late. His second-up record is some query but he's a talented sprinter who will be hard to catch on his preferred dry ground. MOBY DICK (14) beat NADAL here fresh and has been around the mark since. BARBER (6) next best.

Race 5 (3:10pm) – Group 2 $300,000 TAB Matriarch Stakes (2000m)

TAB Matriarch Stakes 2024 Odds

Matriarch Stakes (G2)

OpenRace time: 1731125400

Runner Details	Win	Place
1. Coco Sun (13) J: Mark Zahra 59.5kg T: T & C McEvoy	23.00	6.00
At the latest run 15th of 18 at Caulfield in the G1 Caul Cup on October 19 over 2400m, on a slow track; 19 len behind Duke De Sessa with 50.5kg at $41. The race before that 5th of 8 at Caulfield in the G1 Caulfield Stks on October 12 over 2000m, 6 len behind Deny Knowledge with 56kg at $12. Has been running in the best races but it's hard to gauge how she's going.
2. Molly Bloom (16) J: Nash Rawiller 59.5kg T: Chris Waller	16.00	4.60
Last start 4th of 11 at Moonee Valley in the G3 Tesio Stks on October 26 over 2040m, 1.5 len behind Lady Jones with 57.5kg at $8. The run before that 16th of 20 at Randwick in the G1 Epsom on October 5 over 1600m, 7 len behind Ceolwulf with 50.5kg at $26. Better last time and wouldn't shock.
3. Lady In Pink (17) J: Ben Allen 58kg T: L & T Corstens & W Larkin	13.00	4.00
Useful mare. Most recently 10th of 13 at this track in the G1 Empire Rose on November 2 over 1600m, 5.5 len behind Atishu carrying 57kg at $26. The race before that won by 0.5 len at Caulfield G2 Tristarc October 19 over 1400m in soft going defeating Revolutionary Miss carrying 55.5kg at $17. Has claims.
4. Lady Jones (8) J: Jye McNeil 57kg T: Stephen Brown	14.00	4.20
Useful mare. At the latest run won by a nose at Moonee Valley G3 Tesio Stks October 26 over 2040m defeating Lievore carrying 54.5kg at $15. The run before that 5th of 10 at Caulfield in the G3 L/Day Vase on October 12 over 1600m, 3.5 len behind Grinzinger Belle with 56kg at $4. Hard to fault form and can measure up again.
5. Wishlor Lass (9) J: Ben Melham 57kg T: Symon Wilde	17.00	4.80
Most recently raced behind the speed prior to fading 9th of 11 at Moonee Valley in the G3 Tesio Stks on October 26 over 2040m, 2.75 len behind Lady Jones carrying 58kg at $14. The start before that 10th of 12 at Caulfield in the G1 Toorak Hcp on October 12 over 1600m, 11 len behind Antino carrying 53.5kg at $26. Poor last time but is good enough on her day.
6. Quickster (2) J: Luke Nolen 56kg T: Peter G Moody & Katherine Coleman	8.00	2.80
Third-up today and won third-up in the past. Resuming 3rd of 7 at Caulfield Mares Bm84 on September 21 over 1400m, 2.5 len behind Poifect with 55.5kg at $4. Last start 2nd of 14 at Randwick in the G3 Angst on October 19 over 1600m, on a slow track; long-neck behind Lekvarte with 55kg at $8. Ready to peak now up in trip.
7. Hinged (7) J: James McDonald 55kg T: Chris Waller	3.90	1.80
Useful type. At the latest run 3rd of 12 at Rosehill in the G3 Rosehill Cup on November 2 over 2000m, 0.5 len behind Fawkner Park carrying 54.5kg at $5.50. The start before that 3rd of 14 at Randwick in the G3 Angst on October 19 over 1600m, slow going 1.3 len behind Lekvarte carrying 55kg at $3.50. Really struggling to win but she's going well.
8. Sirileo Miss (14) J: Declan Bates 55kg T: Symon Wilde	34.00	8.00
Third-up today and won third-up previously. Resuming 8th of 15 at Caulfield in the LR Weekend Hussler on October 12 over 1400m, 5 len behind Jimmysstar carrying 58kg at $51. Second-up ran last of 11 at Moonee Valley in the G2 Crystl Mile on October 26 over 1600m, 9 len behind Plenty Of Ammo with 55.5kg at $13. Don't think she's going well enough.
9. Little Mix (4) J: Dylan Browne McMonagle 55kg T: Annabel Neasham & Rob Archibald	12.00	3.80
Third-up today and won third-up in the past. First-up 5th of 11 at Randwick Bm94 on October 5 over 1600m, 2 len behind St Lawrence with 56kg at $26. Second-up made ground from midfield; 3rd of 11 at Moonee Valley in the G3 Tesio Stks on October 26 over 2040m, 1.1 len behind Lady Jones with 55.5kg at $7.50. Ready to peak third-up.
10. Private Legacy (5) J: Craig Williams 55kg T: Gregory Hickman	12.00	3.80
Most recently second last of 11 at Moonee Valley in the G3 Tesio Stks on October 26 over 2040m, 2.75 len behind Lady Jones with 54kg at $4. Before that came from the tail of the field 2nd of 10 at Caulfield in the G3 L/Day Vase on October 12 over 1600m, long-neck behind Grinzinger Belle with 56kg at $26. Struggled last time but can bounce back.
11. Lievore (15) J: Luke Currie 55kg T: N M Burke	23.00	6.00
Most recently tried to lead throughout but was claimed late 2nd of 11 at Moonee Valley in the G3 Tesio Stks on October 26 over 2040m, nose behind Lady Jones carrying 54kg at $26. The run before that won by 0.8 len at Cranbourne Pinker Pinker October 11 over 2025m defeating Rick's Cafe carrying 55kg at $5. Going very well, hard to knock.
12. Foxy Cleopatra (10) J: Zac Spain 55kg T: Trent Busuttin & Natalie Young	46.00	10.00
Third-up today and placed third-up in the past. First-up second last of 15 at this track in the G2 Lets Elope on September 14 over 1400m, on rain affected going; 13 len behind Grinzinger Belle carrying 55kg at $21. Second run from a spell 12th of 14 at Seymour in the LR Seym Cup on October 13 over 1600m, 8 len behind Midnight Blue carrying 54kg at $9.50. Haven't seen enough.
13. Soul Choice (18) J: Harry Coffey 55kg T: G Waterhouse & A Bott	101.00	19.00
Second run back. First-up after five months struggled in the run home; second last of 12 at Caulfield Bm84 on October 16 over 1440m, 7 len behind Poison Chalice carrying 56.5kg at $61. Previously second-up second last of 13 at Morphettville in the LR Centaurea on May 11 over 2019m, 16 len behind Sea What I See carrying 57.5kg at $41. Not keen on her chances.
14. Firestorm (6) J: Damian Lane 55kg T: Chris Waller	5.50	2.20
Useful type. At the latest run 5th of 11 at Moonee Valley in the G3 Tesio Stks on October 26 over 2040m, 1.5 len behind Lady Jones with 54.5kg at $2.50. The start before that 11th of 20 at Randwick in the G1 Epsom on October 5 over 1600m, 4.5 len behind Ceolwulf carrying 50kg at $26. Working up to a win. Can bounce back strongly here.
15. Basilinna (1) J: Billy Egan 55kg T: Emma-Lee & David Browne	41.00	9.50
At the latest run eased back early on 8th of 11 at Moonee Valley in the G3 Tesio Stks on October 26 over 2040m, 2.5 len behind Lady Jones carrying 54kg at $41. The run before that 3rd of 7 at Cranbourne Pinker Pinker on October 11 over 2025m, 2 len behind Lievore with 58kg at $6.50. Has a few lengths to find on latest.
16. Kind Words (11) J: Chad Schofield 55kg T: Kris Lees	15.00	4.50
At the latest run favourite; came from midfield and won by 2 len at Kembla Grange Cl1-Sw October 26 over 2000m defeating Hiawatha with 57kg at $1.50. Before that 4th of 9 at Warwick Farm Bm88 on October 16 over 1600m, slow going 3.5 len behind Tavi Time carrying 55kg at $51. This is much harder.
17. Charisse (3) J: Patrick Moloney 55kg T: Gerard Moloney	46.00	10.00
Most recently from last on the turn 6th of 11 at Moonee Valley in the G3 Tesio Stks on October 26 over 2040m, 1.5 len behind Lady Jones with 54kg at $101. The start before that raced on the speed and boxed on steadily 4th of 7 at Cranbourne Pinker Pinker on October 11 over 2025m, 2 len behind Lievore carrying 55kg at $9. Risking here.
18. Kind Gesture (12) J: Unknown 55kg T: Michael Kent	91.00	17.00
Third-up today and won third-up in the past. First-up second last of 7 at Mornington F&M Bm70 on September 29 over 1600m, 5 len behind Igotcha carrying 61kg at $7. Second-up 7th of 9 at Moonee Valley F&M Bm70 on October 25 over 1600m, 3 len behind Written In Code carrying 60.5kg at $21. Will need to do a bit more.

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FIRESTORM (14) was heavily backed in the G3 Tesio Stakes at Moonee Valley last time but was a bit disappointing when fifth, having run well when back to a mile in the G1 Epsom prior. Like her getting to Flemington from a nice draw with Lane sticking. QUICKSTER (6) has been good in two runs back, hitting the line nicely in the G3 Angst over 1600m at Randwick last time out. She looks set to peak getting to 2000m third up. HINGED (7) has been incredibly costly, given very little chance in the Angst two back when running on well before another good effort last week in the G3 Rosehill Gold Cup. McDonald going on could be the difference she needs. LITTLE MIX (9) has been good in two runs back and looks ready to fire. PRIVATE LEGACY (10) can improve.

Race 6 (3:50pm) – Group 1 $3,000,000 Darley Champions Sprint (1200m)

Darley Champions Sprint 2024 Odds

Darley Champions Sprint (G1)

OpenRace time: 1731127800

Runner Details	Win	Place
1. Giga Kick (7) J: Mark Zahra 58.5kg T: Clayton Douglas	5.00	1.95
Going well. Most recently 2nd of 11 at Randwick in the G1 Everest on October 19 over 1200m, slow going nose behind Bella Nipotina carrying 58.5kg at $14. The start before that 4th of 7 at Randwick in the G2 Premiere on October 5 over 1200m, 1.0 len behind Airman carrying 58.5kg at $3. Making headway. Great run in The Everest, has huge claims.
2. Overpass (2) J: Josh Parr 58.5kg T: Bjorn Baker	5.50	2.05
Second-up today. Last run won by 1.5 len at Randwick G3 Sydney Stks October 19 over 1200m in soft going defeating Coal Crusher with 58.5kg at $5.50. At only start last preparation raced right near the speed and boxed on; won by 0.9 len at Ascot Quokka April 20 over 1200m defeating Amelia's Jewel with 58.5kg at $6. He's a Group 1 sprinter who will be very hard to catch.
3. I Am Unstoppable (11) J: Dylan Browne McMonagle 58.5kg T: Ciaron Maher	23.00	5.50
Third-up today and placed third-up in the past. Resuming 2nd of 8 at Warwick Farm Bm100 on October 7 over 1000m, long-neck behind Hard To Say with 60kg at $2.30. Second run from a spell ran on strongly from last on the turn; 2nd of 9 at Moonee Valley in the G2 Mcewen on October 26 over 1200m, 2.75 len behind Baraqiel carrying 58.5kg at $5.50. Would have to improve even further.
4. Baraqiel (1) J: Ben Allen 58.5kg T: L & T Corstens & W Larkin	10.00	3.10
Most recently raced right near the speed and boxed on; won by 2.75 len at Moonee Valley G2 Mcewen October 26 over 1200m defeating I Am Unstoppable with 58.5kg at $3.50. The race before that tracked the speed and boxed on steadily; won by 0.8 len at Moonee Valley Bm84 September 27 over 1200m defeating War Machine carrying 58kg at $5. Very progressive and wouldn't shock if he measured up.
5. Bella Nipotina (12) J: Craig Williams 56.5kg T: Ciaron Maher	4.20	1.75
Recent form sound. Last start favourite; raced right near the speed and boxed on; won by 1.75 len at Rosehill Russell Balding November 2 over 1300m defeating Sunshine In Paris carrying 56.5kg at $2.50. The start before that favourite; tracked the speed and boxed on steadily; won by a nose at Randwick G1 Everest October 19 over 1200m in soft going defeating Giga Kick with 56.5kg at $9. Only query is her Flemington record but she's flying.
6. Sunshine In Paris (9) J: James McDonald 56.5kg T: Annabel Neasham & Rob Archibald	6.50	2.30
Most recently came from the tail of the field 2nd of 11 at Rosehill Russell Balding on November 2 over 1300m, 1.75 len behind Bella Nipotina carrying 56.5kg at $4. The race before that 5th of 11 at Randwick in the G1 Everest on October 19 over 1200m, on a slow track; 1.5 len behind Bella Nipotina with 56.5kg at $7. Has to turn the tables but she's very talented.
7. Lady Laguna (6) J: Nash Rawiller 56.5kg T: Annabel Neasham & Rob Archibald	31.00	7.00
Useful mare. Last start ran on from midfield; 3rd of 11 at Rosehill Russell Balding on November 2 over 1300m, 3 len behind Bella Nipotina with 56.5kg at $17. Before that 6th of 18 at Randwick in the G3 Sydney Stks on October 19 over 1200m, on a slow track; 4 len behind Overpass with 56.5kg at $19. Good effort last time, place hope.
8. Estriella (4) J: Ben Melham 56.5kg T: Ciaron Maher	21.00	5.50
Last start won by a nose at Caulfield G2 Caul Sprint October 19 over 1000m on a soft track defeating Rey Magnerio carrying 59kg at $5.50. The start before that did the work up front then tired 7th of 12 at Moonee Valley in the G1 Manikato on September 27 over 1200m, 3.5 len behind Southport Tycoon with 56.5kg at $7.50. Some query at 1200m but she'll give a sight.
9. Right To Party (3) J: Jye McNeil 56.5kg T: A & S Freedman	15.00	4.20
Comes off a 35 day let-up. Last start settled well back; won by a nose at this track G2 Gilgai October 5 over 1200m in soft going defeating Arkansaw Kid with 56.5kg at $5. The run before that 4th of 10 at this track in the G2 Bobbie Lewis on September 14 over 1200m, on rain affected going; 2 len behind Arkansaw Kid with 54kg at $3.50. Loves the straight, this is a new test.
10. Stretan Angel (5) J: Luke Nolen 56.5kg T: Phillip Stokes	51.00	10.00
At the latest run 8th of 14 at Randwick in the G3 Silver Eagle on October 19 over 1300m, slow going 4 len behind Ostraka with 55.5kg at $14. The start before that came home strongly from last on the turn; 3rd of 12 at this track in the G2 Gilgai on October 5 over 1200m, slow going long-neck behind Right To Party carrying 57kg at $13. Looks outclassed here.
11. Private Life (8) J: Damian Lane 53.5kg T: Chris Waller	31.00	7.00
Most recently won by a head at Caulfield G1 Caul Guineas October 12 over 1600m defeating Feroce with 57kg at $13. The run before that 4th of 11 at Caulfield in the G3 Gneas Prel on September 21 over 1400m, 0.6 len behind Angel Capital with 56kg at $4. Happy to be against this time.
12. Bellatrix Star (10) J: Michael Dee 51.5kg T: Mark Walker	12.00	3.50
Last start 2nd of 14 at this track in the G1 Coolmore Stud on November 2 over 1200m, 2.75 len behind Switzerland with 55kg at $8.50. The race before that won by 0.5 len at Caulfield G2 Schillaci October 12 over 1100m defeating Oscar's Fortune carrying 51kg at $6.50. Ran very well in hot G1 Coolmore and that should hold up.

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The first of three outstanding Group 1 races. It's hard to go past BELLA NIPOTINA (5) who is in career best form, tough when wide throughout to win The Everest two back before getting a sweet trail and coming away to win easily last time. Small query is her record down the straight but she's been an absolute marvel of late and looks a fair gamble. OVERPASS (2) was a very strong winner of the G2 Sydney Stakes first-up and arguably would've gone close in The Everest, winning in quicker time than that race. GIGA KICK (1) was excellent third-up in The Everest when charging into 2nd behind Bella. He's a proven straight track performer who looks back to something like his best. SUNSHINE IN PARIS (6) is a classy mare who could suit the straight. BARAQIEL (4) can acquit himself well off a strong G2 win.

Race 7 (4:30pm) – Group 1 $3,000,000 VRC Champions Mile (1600m)

VRC Champions Mile 2024 Odds

VRC Champions Mile (G1)

OpenRace time: 1731130200

Runner Details	Win	Place
1. Mr Brightside (4) J: Craig Williams 59kg T: Ben, Will & Jd Hayes	5.50	2.10
Recent form sound. Last start 4th of 9 at Moonee Valley in the G1 Cox Plate on October 26 over 2040m, 10 len behind Via Sistina with 59kg at $7.50. The race before that tracked the speed and boxed on steadily 2nd of 8 at Caulfield in the G1 Caulfield Stks on October 12 over 2000m, 0.8 len behind Deny Knowledge with 59kg at $1.70. Been up a long time but should give his all again.
2. My Oberon (6) J: Nash Rawiller 59kg T: Annabel Neasham & Rob Archibald	20.00	5.00
At the latest run sat on the speed and boxed on steadily 3rd of 11 at Randwick in the G1 King Charles III on October 19 over 1600m, on a slow track; 1.0 len behind Ceolwulf carrying 59kg at $26. The start before that ran on from midfield; 6th of 20 at Randwick in the G1 Epsom on October 5 over 1600m, 3 len behind Ceolwulf with 56.5kg at $16. Racing very well, wouldn't shock.
3. Pinstriped (8) J: Ben Allen 59kg T: Enver Jusufovic	35.00	8.00
Most recently 3rd of 15 at Caulfield in the G3 Moonga Stks on October 19 over 1400m, slow going 2.5 len behind Mighty Ulysses with 60kg at $4. The race before that second last of 8 at this track in the G1 Makybe Diva on September 14 over 1600m, in the wet; 18 len behind Mr Brightside with 59kg at $11. Looks outclassed.
4. Antino (12) J: Mark Zahra 59kg T: Tony Gollan	6.00	2.25
Form hard to fault. At the latest run won by 6 len at Caulfield G1 Toorak Hcp October 12 over 1600m defeating Craig with 55.5kg at $4.50. The run before that second last in a small field at Moonee Valley in the G2 Feehan on September 27 over 1600m, 2.25 len behind Pride Of Jenni with 59kg at $13. Given an all-time ride to win dominantly last time; rates highly.
5. Desert Lightning (11) J: Luke Nolen 59kg T: Peter G Moody & Katherine Coleman	35.00	8.00
Dual acceptor. Most recently 4th of 12 at Caulfield in the G1 Toorak Hcp on October 12 over 1600m, 8 len behind Antino carrying 57kg at $8.50. The race before that won by 1.0 len at Sandown-Hillside G3 Sand Stks September 28 over 1500m defeating Craig carrying 59.5kg at $5. Not keen on his chances this time.
6. Another Wil (2) J: Declan Bates 59kg T: Ciaron Maher	9.00	2.90
Last start won by 1.3 len at this track G2 Linlithgow November 2 over 1400m defeating Jimmysstar carrying 57.5kg at $3.80. The start before that didn't do much in the run home; 7th of 12 at Caulfield in the G1 Toorak Hcp on October 12 over 1600m, 9 len behind Antino carrying 55kg at $2.10. New test here but it wouldn't shock if he ran a huge race.
7. New Energy (3) J: Dylan Browne McMonagle 59kg T: Ciaron Maher	71.00	13.00
Most recently got back early 8th of 11 at Randwick in the G1 King Charles III on October 19 over 1600m, on a slow track; 5 len behind Ceolwulf carrying 59kg at $101. Before that 5th of 11 at Rosehill in the G2 Shannon on September 28 over 1500m, on a slow track; 2.25 len behind Amor Victorious carrying 55.5kg at $5.50. Not good enough.
8. Von Hauke (1) J: Josh Parr 59kg T: Cliff Brown	71.00	13.00
Most recently 4th of 11 at Moonee Valley in the G2 Crystl Mile on October 26 over 1600m, 1.2 len behind Plenty Of Ammo carrying 58kg at $21. The start before that eased back early on 9th of 15 at Caulfield in the LR Weekend Hussler on October 12 over 1400m, 5.5 len behind Jimmysstar with 57kg at $21. Likely to find this out of reach.
9. Pride Of Jenni (7) J: Ben Melham 57kg T: Ciaron Maher	5.50	2.10
Useful mare. Last start second last of 9 at Moonee Valley in the G1 Cox Plate on October 26 over 2040m, 15 len behind Via Sistina carrying 57kg at $4. The start before that set the pace for much of the race 2nd of 11 at Randwick in the G1 King Charles III on October 19 over 1600m, slow going 0.7 len behind Ceolwulf carrying 57kg at $2.60. Back to 1600m suits but she's had a tough few weeks.
10. Fangirl (9) J: James McDonald 57kg T: Chris Waller	6.50	2.35
At the latest run 6th of 11 at Randwick in the G1 King Charles III on October 19 over 1600m, on a slow track; 4 len behind Ceolwulf with 57kg at $2.90. The start before that settled well back; won by 0.6 len at Randwick 7 Stakes September 21 over 1600m defeating My Oberon with 57kg at $1.70. Disappointing last time but if she has a wicked turn of foot and can bounce back.
11. Amelia's Jewel (10) J: Damian Lane 57kg T: Annabel Neasham & Rob Archibald	15.00	4.20
At the latest run 2nd of 13 at this track in the G1 Empire Rose on November 2 over 1600m, head behind Atishu carrying 57kg at $5. The race before that 5th of 11 at Randwick in the G1 King Charlesiii on October 19 over 1600m, on a slow track; 3.5 len behind Ceolwulf carrying 57kg at $17. Good mare but this is a very tough race.
12. Stefi Magnetica (5) J: Chad Schofield 57kg T: Bjorn Baker	14.00	4.00
Useful mare. Most recently 5th of 20 at Rosehill Golden Eagle on November 2 over 1500m, 2 len behind Lake Forest carrying 55.5kg at $11. Before that 9th of 11 at Randwick in the G1 Everest on October 19 over 1200m, on a slow track; 2.25 len behind Bella Nipotina with 56.5kg at $15. Desperately unlucky last time, this is harder again.
13. Broadsiding (13) J: Michael Dee 52kg T: James Cummings	6.50	2.35
At the latest run 3rd of 9 at Moonee Valley in the G1 Cox Plate on October 26 over 2040m, 10 len behind Via Sistina carrying 49.5kg at $6.50. The race before that 4th of 11 at Caulfield in the G1 Caul Guineas on October 12 over 1600m, 1.3 len behind Private Life with 57kg at $1.80. Very good last time; he's clearly G1 quality.

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Fantastic race. FANGIRL (10) is interesting. She struggled off the hot tempo set by PRIDE OF JENNI last time out but hits this race fourth-up and fresher than most. She was given far too much to do when fourth in this race last year, and there's a chance she gets a more comfortable tempo to show her turn of foot this time. ANOTHER WIL (6) can win. He started $2.20 in the G1 Toorak two starts back but bounced back to win the G2 Damien Oliver very well last time. He's on the backup here and draws to stalk and dash, which he did last week. MR BRIGHTSIDE (1) has had five runs this time in and continues to front up and run well. 1600m suits, it's just whether he's over the top. PRIDE OF JENNI (9) loses regular rider Declan Bates who has managed her very well. It'll be interesting to see how fast Melham goes in front. She's had some tough runs of late and could be needing a break, but she's hard to write off because she's outstanding when on.

Race 8 (5:10pm) – Group 1 $3,000,000 TAB Champions Stakes (2000m)

TAB Champions Stakes 2024 Odds

Champions Stakes (G1)

OpenRace time: 1731132600

Runner Details	Win	Place
1. Without A Fight (10) J: Mark Zahra 59kg T: A & S Freedman	10.00	2.45
Resuming. Finished off last preparation by 2.25 len this track G1 Melb Cup November 7 over 3200m defeating Soulcombe carrying 56.5kg at $8. When resuming last campaign sixth of 15 at Caulfield in the G1 Underwood September 23 2023 over 1800m, 2.25 len behind Alligator Blood carrying 59kg at $4.50. Cups double champion fresh off an injury; might need this.
2. Duke De Sessa (5) J: Harry Coffey 59kg T: Ciaron Maher	15.00	3.20
Racing well. At the latest run won by 1.3 len at Caulfield G1 Caul Cup October 19 over 2400m on a soft track defeating Buckaroo with 52kg at $11. The race before that 4th of 16 at this track in the G1 Turnbull on October 5 over 2000m, on a slow track; 2 len behind Via Sistina with 55kg at $13. Going very well, can give some cheek.
3. Arapaho (11) J: Ben Melham 59kg T: Bjorn Baker	46.00	7.50
Third-up today and won third-up in the past. First-up ran last of 17 at Rosehill Alan Brown on October 12 over 1400m, 13 len behind Here To Shock with 58.5kg at $151. Last start 4th of 11 at Randwick in the G3 Craven Plt on October 26 over 1800m, 0.7 len behind Lindermann carrying 59kg at $51. This looks too tough.
4. Nugget (8) J: Michael Dee 59kg T: Ciaron Maher	41.00	7.00
At the latest run made ground from midfield; 3rd of 11 at Moonee Valley in the G2 Crystl Mile on October 26 over 1600m, 1.2 len behind Plenty Of Ammo carrying 57kg at $6. Before that 12th of 20 at Randwick in the G1 Epsom on October 5 over 1600m, 4.5 len behind Ceolwulf with 54kg at $26. Looks tested against this line-up.
5. Future History (6) J: Dylan Browne McMonagle 59kg T: Ciaron Maher	51.00	8.00
Useful gelding. At the latest run favourite; won by 1.5 len at Moonee Valley G3 Jra Cup October 26 over 2040m defeating Promises Kept with 58kg at $3. Before that sat behind the speed prior to fading 13th of 17 at Randwick in the G1 The Metrop on October 5 over 2400m, 8 len behind Land Legend with 51.5kg at $10. Outclassed.
6. Eliyass (2) J: Nash Rawiller 59kg T: G Waterhouse & A Bott	14.00	3.10
Most recently 7th of 18 at Caulfield in the G1 Caul Cup on October 19 over 2400m, slow going 10 len behind Duke De Sessa carrying 53kg at $6.50. Before that sat on the speed and boxed on steadily 3rd of 16 at this track in the G1 Turnbull on October 5 over 2000m, slow going 1.75 len behind Via Sistina with 56.5kg at $3.30. Back to 2000m suits, he can give a sight.
7. Docklands (7) J: Declan Bates 59kg T: Harry Eustace	16.00	3.40
Second-up today. Last outing 5th of 9 at Moonee Valley in the G1 Cox Plate on October 26 over 2040m, 11 len behind Via Sistina carrying 59kg at $26. At only start last preparation 7th of 13 at York in the G1 Juddmonte International Stakes on August 21 over 2112m, 11 len behind City Of Troy with 61kg at $67. Not bad in Cox Plate but inclined to risk.
8. Royal Champion (9) J: Craig Williams 59kg T: A & S Freedman	21.00	4.20
Third-up today and won third-up previously. Resuming sat on the speed and boxed on steadily 6th of 10 at this track in the LR Headquarters on October 5 over 1400m, on a slow track; 3.5 len behind Uncle Bryn carrying 61kg at $3.80. Last start 2nd of 11 at Moonee Valley in the G2 Crystl Mile on October 26 over 1600m, 0.8 len behind Plenty Of Ammo with 57kg at $4. Better last time, can improve again although this is harder.
9. Kingswood (3) J: John Allen 59kg T: Gavin Bedggood	34.00	6.00
Third-up today. Resuming favourite; ran on from midfield and won by 2.25 len at Sandown-Hillside Bm78 September 28 over 1800m defeating Alma Rise with 58.5kg at $9.50. Second run from a spell favourite; came from midfield and won by 1.75 len at Caulfield G3 Coongy October 16 over 2000m defeating Berkeley Square carrying 54.5kg at $2.50. Progressive but this looks too hard.
10. Via Sistina (4) J: James McDonald 57kg T: Chris Waller	1.55	1.08
Form hard to fault. Most recently won by 8 len at Moonee Valley G1 Cox Plate October 26 over 2040m defeating Prognosis carrying 57kg at $5. The race before that won by a head at this track G1 Turnbull October 5 over 2000m on a rain affected track defeating Buckaroo with 57kg at $4. One of the best wins you'll see last time; anything like that and she just wins.
11. Atishu (1) J: Jye McNeil 57kg T: Chris Waller	8.00	2.10
Recent form sound. At the latest run favourite; won by a head at this track G1 Empire Rose November 2 over 1600m defeating Amelia's Jewel with 57kg at $3.50. The race before that 3rd of 8 at Caulfield in the G1 Caulfield Stks on October 12 over 2000m, 1.5 len behind Deny Knowledge carrying 57kg at $4. Suited on the backup, will be running on strongly.
12. Deny Knowledge (12) J: Damian Lane 57kg T: A & S Freedman	27.00	5.00
At the latest run crossed from a wide gate to lead but couldn't hold on when 5th of 18 at Caulfield in the G1 Caul Cup on October 19 over 2400m, slow going 9 len behind Duke De Sessa with 50.5kg at $19. The run before that won by 0.8 len at Caulfield G1 Caulfield Stks October 12 over 2000m defeating Mr Brightside carrying 57kg at $8.50. Like her back in trip, she can give a big sight.

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It's impossible to tip against VIA SISTINA (10) who was breathtaking in the G1 Cox Plate, producing one of the best wins ever seen in Australia in ridiculously fast time. She likely regresses off that, but even her best form prior would have her a clear favourite. If she's not flat off that run, she should just win. ATISHU (11) won this last year off a slashing run in the Empire Rose and returns off a win in that race on Saturday. She's a top mare who should run well. ELIYASS (6) faded in the G1 Caulfield Cup but had been very well backed to beat VIA SISTINA in the G1 Turnbull Stakes prior and back to 2000m suits. He can take catching, as can DENY KNOWLEDGE (12) who tried hard in the Caulfield Cup off a good win at G1 level prior. ROYAL CHAMPION (8) will be fitter again and can get into the finish.

Race 9 (5:50pm) – $150,000 World Horse Racing Grand Handicap (1100m)

World Horse Racing Grand Handicap 2024 Odds

World Horse Racing Grand Handicap (Bm80)

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Runner Details	Win	Place
1. Port Albert (14) J: Rhys McLeod 62kg T: Nick Ryan	23.00	6.00
At the latest run won by a head at Moonee Valley Bm74 October 25 over 955m defeating Moon And Back carrying 60.5kg at $8.50. The race before that 4th of 9 at Seymour Bm74 on October 13 over 1100m, 6 len behind Along The River carrying 60.5kg at $7.50. Better last time but others rate better.
2. Ranting (3) J: Jamie Mott 62kg T: Reece Goodwin	61.00	12.00
Second-up. First-up after two months 7th of 10 at Bendigo Bm78 on October 30 over 1100m, 3.5 len behind Brazen Lady carrying 61.5kg at $41. Previously second-up 6th of 12 at this track in the LR Santaanalane on July 6 over 1200m, 3 len behind It'sourtime carrying 54kg at $26. Prepared to risk.
3. Miss Icelandic (8) J: Nash Rawiller 60kg T: Gavin Bedggood	31.00	7.50
Returns from a 43-day let-up. Last start raced on the pace before fading ran last of 12 at Moonee Valley Bm84 on September 27 over 1200m, 14 len behind Baraqiel carrying 57kg at $26. The run before that from last on the turn 5th of 9 at Caulfield Mares Bm84 on August 17 over 1100m, 3.5 len behind A Little Deep with 60kg at $8.50. Best would be competitive.
4. Along The River (19) J: Ryan Houston 59.5kg T: M & L Cerchi	20.00	5.50
Useful type. At the latest run won by 3.5 len at Seymour Bm74 October 13 over 1100m defeating Mantua carrying 58.5kg at $5.50. The start before that 7th of 12 at Moonee Valley Bm84 on September 7 over 1200m, 2 len behind Miss Aria carrying 54kg at $26. Dominant last time and must be respected.
5. Keenan (16) J: Jye McNeil 59.5kg T: G Waterhouse & A Bott	8.00	2.80
Back after a long spell. Finished off last campaign 4th of 9 at Randwick in the LR Fireball on March 9 over 1100m, 1.5 len behind Infancy with 56kg at $9.50. When resuming last campaign 4th of 10 at Randwick 3yo Bm72 on December 30 over 1300m, 2.75 len behind Sydney Bowler carrying 59kg at $3.30. Has ability and might be able to show it this time in.
6. Rivkin (4) J: Tom Madden 59.5kg T: Patrick F Ryan Jnr	31.00	7.50
Comes here off a 35-day let-up. Last start 2nd of 9 at Morphettville Bm82 on October 5 over 1050m, 1.4 len behind Sixteen Reasons carrying 54kg at $4.50. The run before that sat on the speed and boxed on steadily 2nd of 9 at Warrnambool Bm64 on September 23 over 1000m, on a slow track; 3 len behind Call To Glory carrying 62.5kg at $3.30. Each way chance.
7. Shesallshenanigans (11) J: Ben Melham 59kg T: Simon Zahra	14.00	4.20
Mare returning from a spell and has won previously when first up. Finished off last campaign eighth of 12 at Caulfield 3yo Hcp June 1 over 1200m, 3.5 len behind British Angel with 59kg at $9. First up last campaign sixth of 15 at this track in the LR Sunlight Class. March 30 over 1100m, 4.5 len behind Estriella with 56kg at $26. Talented type, must be respected.
8. Zulfiqar (9) J: Mark Zahra 58.5kg T: James Cummings	31.00	7.50
Third-up today. Not raced for 43 days. Resuming got back early 8th of 11 at Sandown-Hillside Bm74 on September 4 over 1000m, 6 len behind Isthmus carrying 60.5kg at $15. Second run from a spell 9th of 12 at Moonee Valley Bm84 on September 27 over 1200m, 6 len behind Baraqiel carrying 55kg at $26. Might be an improver at odds.
9. Naval Academy (12) J: Thomas Stockdale 58kg T: Ciaron Maher	16.00	4.60
Chasing a hat-trick. At the latest run favourite; tracked the speed and boxed on steadily; won by 1.0 len at Horsham Bm70 October 20 over 1200m in soft going defeating Coeur De Lyon with 59kg at $2.50. The run before that favourite; won by 0.5 len at Mornington Cg&E Bm64 September 29 over 1200m on a rain affected track defeating Signal with 60kg at $2.40. Going very well, can win again.
10. Pisanello (1) J: James McDonald 58kg T: James Cummings	2.80	1.50
Second run back. First-up after four months favourite; won by 2.25 len at Warwick Farm Bm72 October 23 over 1000m defeating Kiribati carrying 58kg at $1.90. Previously second-up favourite; won by 3 len at Scone Cl1 May 17 over 1100m on a soft track defeating First Person carrying 59kg at $3.80. Inside draw is a query but he's progressive and can win.
11. Dual Pressure (6) J: Damian Lane 57kg T: Mathew Ellerton	14.00	4.20
Third-up today and won third-up previously. First-up came from midfield; 2nd of 12 at this track Bm70 on September 22 over 1100m, 0.8 len behind Isthmus with 60.5kg at $51. Second-up sat on the speed throughout before fading 8th of 11 at Geelong Bm70 on October 23 over 1300m, 2.25 len behind Zaszou with 60.5kg at $7.50. The fresh run reads very well.
12. Kiko (5) J: Craig Williams 57kg T: J T Conlan	12.00	3.70
Resuming. Finished off last campaign second of 13 at this track Bm74 August 3 over 1200m, soft track; a head behind Shaime carrying 57.5kg at $6. Previous preparation first-up favourite; won by neck Sandown-Hillside Bm70 May 8 over 1000m defeating Jewel Bay with 54kg at $7. Wouldn't shock.
13. Subsix (15) J: Michael Dee 57kg T: Lloyd Kennewell & Lucy Yeomans	26.00	6.50
Most recently won by 0.8 len at Sale Bm64 Hcp October 27 over 1000m defeating Moonlight Rustler with 61kg at $3.30. The run before that 3rd of 11 at Bendigo Bm64 on October 6 over 1100m, 4.5 len behind Pondalowie with 61kg at $8. In winning form but this a tough assignment.
14. Mantua (10) J: Dylan Browne McMonagle 56.5kg T: Ciaron Maher	13.00	3.90
Useful gelding. At the latest run 2nd of 10 at Bendigo Bm78 on October 30 over 1100m, 0.8 len behind Brazen Lady carrying 55kg at $2.50. The race before that made some head-way from midfield; 2nd of 9 at Seymour Bm74 on October 13 over 1100m, 3.5 len behind Along The River with 57kg at $2.50. Winning chance.
15. Nation State (18) J: Billy Egan 56kg T: John Moloney	31.00	7.50
Second-up. First-up after five months favourite; ran on from midfield and won by a nose at Ballarat Bm64 October 17 over 1000m defeating Scream with 60kg at $2.80. Previously second-up 7th of 13 at Morphettville Parks in the LR Nitschke on April 20 over 1400m, 4.5 len behind Material Dreams carrying 56kg at $10. Harder here, place chance.
16. Trapeze Warrior (2) J: Harry Coffey 56kg T: Phillip Stokes	8.50	2.90
Second-up. First-up after 10 months raced right near the speed and boxed on; won by a neck at Moe Bm64 October 18 over 1000m on a rain affected track defeating Tax Free Prophet carrying 60kg at $3. Previously second-up 4th of 8 at Geelong 3yo Hcp on January 6 over 1100m, 3 len behind Carbonados carrying 54kg at $3. Nice type, this is harder.
17. Jewel Bay (7) J: Luke Currie 56.5kg T: Ben, Will & Jd Hayes	27.00	6.50
Third-up today. Resuming 3rd of 9 at Seymour Bm74 on October 13 over 1100m, 5 len behind Along The River with 57.5kg at $7. Last start held ground to the line 3rd of 10 at Bendigo Bm78 on October 30 over 1100m, 0.9 len behind Brazen Lady with 55.5kg at $13. Rates highly. Going well and has claims.
18. Coeur De Lyon (17) J: Jarrod Fry 56kg T: Tom Dabernig	51.00	11.00
Last start ran on from midfield and won by 0.5 len at Bendigo Bm64 October 30 over 1100m defeating Snappy Secret carrying 60kg at $11. The start before that came from midfield; 2nd of 7 at Horsham Bm70 on October 20 over 1200m, on a slow track; 1.0 len behind Naval Academy with 57kg at $21. Going well but this will test.
19. Gundaroo (13) J: Unknown 53kg T: Peter Smith	67.00	13.00
Going well. At the latest run 4th of 11 at Mornington Bm64 on October 25 over 1200m, 2.75 len behind Signal with 59.5kg at $5.50. The run before that ran on from midfield; 3rd of 12 at Benalla Bm64 on September 27 over 1106m, head behind Kingwell with 56.5kg at $6. Risking.

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Data retrieved: 08/11/2024 04:04:39 AM (Australia/Brisbane)

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Race comments

PISANELLO (10) resumed with a very sharp win at Warwick Farm over 1000m, recording some slick late splits to win as a short-priced favourite. McDonald sticks, 1100m suits, the little niggle is the inside draw. KEENAN (5) resumes as a gelding. He's shown stakes level ability in his short career but has had issues with bone chips removed. He's worth keeping safe. SHESALLSHENANIGANS (7) resumes. She's a stakes winner over this route and was racing well without threatening some classy gallopers last time in. She looks a big each way price early. NAVAL ACADEMY (9) is flying with back to back wins and maps for a nice trailing run out wide here. ALONG THE RIVER (4) was dominant last time and can measure up.

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