From Gary Portelli
Horse: Lipizzan
Message: (Saturday, Rosehill Race 1, ATC Owners Benefit Card Hcp) She has had plenty of work and the 1200m suits her with the slower tempo where she gets into a nice rhythm. She’ll go forward and sit outside of the leader. Lipizzan only had the one trial, which is typical of her preparation due to her slight stature. With rain forecasted, expect her to be fighting out the finish.
Horse: Testashadow
Message: (Saturday, Rosehill Race 5, November Hcp) He usually runs a cracker first up and this preparation has been very similar to every other one. He has had a long steady preparation and he looks absolutely enormous with dapples on dapples. Knowing full well how he goes first up he is probably a winning chance.
From Chris Waller
Horse: Sparky Lad
Message: (Saturday, Rosehill Race 1, ATC Owners Benefit Card Hcp) Had 4 weeks between runs, 1200m fresh up should suit. Hard to beat on Saturday.
Horse: Awoke
Message: (Saturday, Rosehill Race 2, Chandon’s S Hcp) She’s in the right race. Hasn’t had a lot of luck going her way. This looks a perfect race for her.
Horse: Carzoff
Message: (Saturday, Rosehill Race 3, Boohoo.com Hcp) Last start winner. Hopefully that gives him a bit of confidence. Awkward gate on Saturday but the extra distance should be a big help.
Horse: Lead Choreographer
Message: (Saturday, Rosehill Race 3, Boohoo.com Hcp) Drawn very wide, if he can’t get cover, he will go forward and settle in the first three. The big track will suit him.
Horse: Black On Gold
Message: (Saturday, Rosehill Race 6, November Topaz) Last start winner and has drawn barrier 4 on Saturday. This is a tougher race but he’s in well with the weight and he has drawn well. Kathy O’Hara retains the ride. He’ll be very hard to beat again.
Horse: Best Guess
Message: (Saturday, Rosehill Race 7, Jaydub Electrical Hcp) Ultra consistent. 1200m is a big plus, good gate will suit and he’s going to have a lovely run.
Horse: Cosmic Engine
Message: (Saturday, Rosehill Race 8, #Theraces Hcp) Last start winner, drawn well on Saturday and the extra distance will only suit as will the big track.
Horse: Invincibella
Message: (Saturday, Sandown Race 10, Summoned Stakes) Had no luck during cup week as she missed the start but stormed home to run 2nd. She’s in good form, just needs a little bit of luck from the gate (11).
From The Editor
Melbourne Race 3 – Gallic Chieftain
Melbourne Race 7 – Big Duke
Melbourne Race 8 – Beau Geste
