It’s a blockbuster sprint that’ll have punters on the edge — genuine speed, star power, and a sting in the tail. We’ve zeroed in on a Best Bet and a Value Play that stand out from the pack, and both look primed to deliver when it matters most. Don’t miss the breakdown before you place your bets.
Our experts have crunched the data, mapped every scenario, and pinpointed which runners are ready to peak on the big stage. Don’t miss our best bet, and value selections at the bottom — they could be the key to unlocking a serious collect this weekend.
1. Beiwacht — 57kg — On-pace from gate 10
Why he can win
Fresh G1 Golden Rose winner who can absorb speed and kick; trial since keeps him sharp.
Why he can’t win
Back to a pure burn at 1200 may bring others with the sharper last 200m into play from a tricky alley.
Summary: Bombproof colt who makes his own luck — predicted 2nd. – Bet Here
2. McGaw — 57kg — On-pace from gate 12
Why he can win
Danehill winner with sustained speed and real fight; tough on-pace profile stacks up.
Why he can’t win
Wide draw can light him up and he can over-race if pressured early.
Summary: Sets a strong tempo and gives a big kick — predicted 4th. – Bet Here
3. Tentyris — 57kg — Midfield/back from gate 5
Why he can win
Powerful late splits, Gothic win was class, and his Danehill run screamed “peak third-up”.
Why he can’t win
Needs the breaks off a midfield map; traffic is the only knock.
Summary: Explodes late with the right cart — predicted 1st. BEST BET – Bet Here
4. Tycoon Star — 57kg — On-pace from gate 9
Why he can win
High-cruising speed and already a G3 winner this prep; honest and tough.
Why he can’t win
Has been found out late when the real pressure goes on at this grade.
Summary: Sticks on for a cheque — predicted 7th. – Bet Here
5. Skyhook — 57kg — On-speed from gate 2
Why he can win
Maps sweetly, handles all conditions, and gets a soft run on the rail.
Why he can’t win
Depth here is deeper than the Rose lead-ups; needs a new peak.
Summary: Right map, just needs a length — predicted 6th. – Bet Here
6. Hidden Motive — 57kg — Leads/box-seats from gate 6
Why he can win
Roman Consul winner who loves rolling on-pace; hard to get past when he pinches a breather.
Why he can’t win
If they swarm at the 300m, his last 50m can flatten.
Summary: Brave on-speed type who gives a sight — predicted 8th. – Bet Here
7. Raging Force — 57kg — Likely leader from gate 7
Why he can win
Four wins this prep and a natural pace control horse; hard to reel in when rated well.
Why he can’t win
If he has to burn early to cross, the last 100m becomes a stretch.
Summary: Makes the race — predicted 5th. – Bet Here
8. Jimmy Recard — 57kg — Handy/midfield from gate 11
Why he can win
G3 winner with a sharp turn of foot and proven at 1100–1200.
Why he can’t win
Awkward gate could park him wide or too far back.
Summary: Talented but map-dependent — predicted 9th. – Bet Here
9. Legacy Bound — 57kg — On-pace from gate 4
Why he can win
Professional, fast, and tough — Poseidon winner who sticks like glue.
Why he can’t win
Meets a deeper bunch and may be vulnerable to one with a bigger last 200m.
Summary: Rock-solid and holds his spot — predicted 10th. – Bet Here
10. Beadman — 57kg — Stalks from gate 8
Why he can win
Always runs to a figure, and should’ve nearly won the Roman Consul; profiles as the right stalker.
Why he can’t win
Needs clear air at the 300m; any hold-up kills momentum.
Summary: Big late surge if the split appears — predicted 3rd. – Bet Here
11. Skyglider — 57kg — On-pace from gate 3
Why he can win
2-from-2 and jumped to listed grade like a pro; maps for the gun trail.
Why he can’t win
Still learning and faces winners with deeper battle scars.
Summary: Progressive colt with upside at odds — predicted 5th–8th range. VALUE – Bet Here
12. My Gladiola — 55kg — Box-seats from gate 1
Why she can win
Elite closing figures and a razor-sharp Danehill second; perfect low-draw smother.
Why she can’t win
Needs clean lanes late; any traffic inside could break her rhythm.
Summary: Piercing finish if the inside opens — predicted 5th. – Bet Here
Best Bet
Tentyris — third-up, booming late splits, and a sweet midfield map. – Bet Here
Value
Skyglider — unbeaten, perfect draw to track the speed and launch. – Bet Here
