Bathurst

Prophet's Lass comes off a very promising debut placing, indicating she has natural talent. The Brett Robb stable is in excellent form, and the inside barrier is a significant advantage over this short sprint. She looks the one to beat.

This debutant from the Freedman stable has shown promising trial form, indicating good natural ability. With Shaun Guymer aboard and a favourable barrier, he looks well-placed to make a winning start in this relatively weak maiden field.

This gelding has been knocking on the door with three placings from five starts, demonstrating consistency that is rare in this maiden field. The 1408m distance looks suitable, and a repeat of his recent efforts would see him extremely competitive here.

Brannum stands out as a genuine contender with a good career place record and proven ability at this distance. Despite the wide draw, the overall lack of early speed in this field might allow for a forward position, and the trainer is known for getting the best out of stayers. This horse looks well-placed to secure a second career win.

Bivacco gets the plum draw in barrier 2 and comes from the powerful Maher stable, which is always a significant factor. With Chad Lever in the saddle, this horse looks well-placed to improve on its career record and contend strongly in this class.

Green Pineapple has a favorable inside draw and is trained by Gayna Williams, who often has her horses ready. With Ashleigh Mccabe aboard, this horse looks to be a strong contender, capable of settling well and finishing strongly. This horse is a top pick.

Despite only two career starts, Real Baker has shown immense promise, breaking her maiden impressively last start. With Bjorn Baker's stable in red-hot form and Winona Costin retaining the ride from a favorable barrier, she looks to be a class above this field and is the clear top pick.