MorphettvilleSat, April 27, 2024

Group 3 winner THE NOVELIST (2) led into the straight last start over 6f in the G2 Arrowfield 3YO Sprint at Randwick but could not sustain the pressure and finished 11th. Likely to go forward from a nice draw. Likely to feature. Group 1 placegetter ARKANSAW KID (1) hasn't been too far away of late, the latest effort a fifth, beaten 1.5 lengths, in the G2 Arrowfield 3YO Sprint at Randwick over 6f. Has a tricky draw to overcome but gets his chance to break through. Group 3 winner GUMDROPS (9) ran well below her best last time over 5½f in the LR Redelva Stakes at this track, beaten 2.25 lengths into fifth at 7/2. Change of jockey to Damian Lane who has a strong record when aboard, including two wins. Capable of running a bold race. Group 2 winner SKYBIRD (8) finished fifth when resuming from a lay-off last start over 5½f at Bendigo. Has an imposing record of three wins from five starts. Deserves serious consideration.