Race 1 - 12:25PM GOW-GATES KIRKHAM PLATE (1000m)

All two-year-olds on debut and there are two that stood out from their trials. Lean to 2. Defensemen, who looked to do it comfortably when he won his only public trial at Rosehill on October 13. Tracked the speed, took the run when presented and edged away late. If he’s that professional on race day, it’ll take him a long way to winning and recouping some of the $1.4 million price tag. 7. Pearl Of Dubai would be worth a bit if she was sold as a yearling, she’s a half-sister to Pride Of Dubai who is the sire of the likes of Dubai Honour, Pride Of Jenni and Bella Nipotina. She’s had two trials and her win last week was sound. Respect. 5. Lord Elrond was given a solid sounding out in his second trial and closed off well at the finish whe

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