James Herbertson and Mach Dan have drawn barrier one in the Sportsbet Victoria Cup, and they hold the key to the all-important speed map.
The 24-year-old elite young reinsman outlined his chances ahead of the action-packed meeting.
Race 1 – Hyland Harness Colours Trot
#10 Nephew Of Sonoko (Trainer: Ross Graham)
Herbertson says – “He’s drawn badly in a very strong race. It’s going to be tough for him to win.”
Race 4 – Aldebaran Park Bill Collins Trotters Sprint (Group 1)
#7 Harry Stamper (Trainer: Joe Pace)
Herbertson says – “Harry Stamper has drawn seven over the short trip, he will need an awful amount of luck. He’s going alright though.”
Race 5 – Woodlands Stud Victoria Derby Final (Group 1)
#4 Stormryder (Trainer: Emma Stewart)
Herbertson says – “He has drawn kinda awkward in four, he will probably be driven looking for cover and saved for one run.”
Race 6 – Sportsbet Victoria Cup (Group 1)
#1 Mach Dan (Trainer: Emma Stewart)
Herbertson says – “Mach Dan has drawn well and we will be looking to hold up fairly close early. It’s game on now with Leap To Fame out.”
Race 7 – Pryde’s Easifeed Victoria Oaks Final (Group 1)
#2 Coastal Babe (Trainer: Steven Reid)
(She will start from barrier 1 if the emergency comes out)
Herbertson says – “She has drawn good, and the early speed will be interesting. She had a nice lead in run last week. She’s got the right attributes to go to close but we will need luck in running and things to go our way.”
Race 8 – Living Legends Pace
#3 Shanlou (Trainer: Emma Stewart)
Herbertson says – “She is in a strong enough race and has been racing very well. She should be there abouts.”
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