Listed XXXX Kalgoorlie Cup, $150,000, 2200m
Topweight Friar Fox (Blackfriars) boasts a fantastic record at the track and off similar lead-up form (a Listed Boulder Cup victory), she was a close up third in this race last year. Successful on that occasion was Missile Launch (Smart Missile) who again takes his place in the field.
Those placed in the Listed Boulder Cup also line up; the runner-up Bella's Idol (Vital Equine {Ire}) and the third-placed Living The Dream (Artie Schiller {USA}) are likely to threaten. The fourth home Media Baron (Written Tycoon) could also put in a strong run.
It is an open race this year with chances also to the in-form Sugar Cain (Americain {USA}) who has looked good winning two of her last three, and Red Hot Tip (Red Hot Choice) who boasts a consistent record.