Annabel Archibald would love to be training the “gorgeous” Autumn Glow in the group 1 Epsom Handicap (1600m) on Saturday at Randwick - even with the worst possible barrier draw.

Archibald, though, hopes the outside gate for the unbeaten Chris Waller-trained mare makes the $1.5 million race “a little bit more open”.

Kerrin McEvoy rides Autumn Glow to victory last start in the Theo Marks Stakes. McEvoy will be aboard again on Saturday in the Epsom Handicap. Credit: Getty Images

The four-year-old gets her first chance at group 1 glory after a brilliant but interrupted six-start career. Carrying 54.5 kilograms, she drifted from $1.80 to $1.90 (Sportsbet) after drawing 14 in a field six short of its maximum, undoubtedly because of her presence.

Archibald, who won the 2022 edition with T

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