THE STRIDING ON TOGETHER 1200M HANDICAP
#4 Giant Leap was an impressive all-the-way winner in his final run of last season but resumed with excuses after rearing at the start, never posing a threat. He has since been sent back to the trials, where he caught the eye, and a clean jump from barrier 1 will see him hard to beat. He deserves another chance. #3 Super Legends posted an easy second-up win last start, leading from pillar to post, and will vie to repeat the dose. #10 Happy Park continues to improve with each outing and can take another positive step forward here. #8 Exceed The Wish makes his debut for trainer Mark Newnham. His trials have shown he has ability, but an outer alley isn’t ideal for his first assignment.