The early burn, the mid-race heat and the late lunge - the ramifications are many in what's shaping as a sensational edition of the Pryde's EasiFeed Victoria Cup this Saturday night at Tabcorp Park Melton.
Will Lochinvar Art lead all the way for Team Victoria? Can Balraj deliver a sprint lane burst? Is King Of Swing ready to become a three-time Grand Circuit winner?
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