FlemingtonSat, March 02, 2024

Victoria Derby winner RIFF ROCKET (1) was when resuming from a lay-off last start and saluted by 0.8 lengths in the G3 CS Hayes Stakes at this track over 7f. Has a very strong record this course, scoring at three of four starts. Likely to feature. Multiple Group 2 winner VEIGHT (2) finished 1.3 lengths back in fourth over 7f in the G1 CF Orr Stakes at Caulfield last time out after a gutsy win when resuming from a lay-off two runs back. Has the pace to be in a prominent position from the outset. Expecting a bold showing. Multiple Group 2 placegetter SOUTHPORT TYCOON (12) turned in a solid run last time when boxing on to finish second in the G2 Autumn Stakes at Caulfield. Extra journey a plus now and rates among the main chances. JJ Atkins winner KING COLORADO (3) turned in a solid run last time when boxing on to finish second in the G3 CS Hayes Stakes at this track. Suited at the longer journey now and is among the each way hopes.