Matamata trainer Pam Gerard has elected to bypass Saturday’s Gr.1 Proisir Plate (1400m) with Affirmative Action, which will allow the Stephen Marsh-trained Tardelli to make the 16-horse field.
Justin Case and Magice contributed to a memorable season for Kris Shailer in his return to the training ranks last term, and he is hoping they can continue their form into the new season.
Group One performer Bellatrix Star has been retired from racing following a second fibrillation episode and will be offered for sale as a broodmare prospect on Inglis Digital next month.
New Zealand’s sprint Queen Alabama Lass stepped out for her first appearance of the season on Saturday and was quickly back in the winning groove as she eased clear in the run home to take out the Gr.2 Waikato Stud Foxbridge Plate (1200m) a Te Rapa.
Previously unbeaten filly Lara Antipova’s spring campaign will change tack slightly following her first career defeat in last Saturday’s Gr.3 Quezette Stakes (1100m) at Caulfield.
