RosehillSat, March 30, 2024

Group 1 placegetter BUCKAROO (1) finished third just seven days ago over 1m2f in the G1 Ranvet Stakes at this track. On the quick back-up over more ground. Strong run last time and will be hard to beat. Group 1 winner GEAR UP (6) finished third when resuming two runs back at Caulfield then progressed nicely last time out to score by a nose over 1m2f in the LR Mornington Cup Prelude at Caulfield. Stepping up a level this time but on current form he is one of the chief contenders. Multiple Group 2 winner MILITARY MISSION (2) ran a strong race when resuming then raced on the speed last time and faded out of it when fifth over 1m2f in the G1 Ranvet Stakes at this track. Well placed and is among the leading players. Group 1 placegetter ASHRUN (3) is a last-start winner two weeks ago, scoring by 1.75 lengths over 1m4 1/2f at Pakenham. Among the main hopes.