SANDOWN PARK
8:40 pmGreyhoundSportsbet Melbourne Cup Prelude 9
SPARRING can use the inside draw to take control and looks the one to beat. HUGO ROSE arrives off a Sale win and has the late strength to threaten. PAW ZURI brings strong Sandown form and enough early pace to keep SPARRING under pressure. FLYING ROYCE has two course wins, and late ground last time makes him a place threat.
Box 1
The inside draw and strong latest run give him the clearest winning profile.
Box 2
A fresh Sale win and strong finishing speed make him a serious threat.
Box 4
Her Sandown record and early speed make her the main danger.
Box 6
Two course wins and late ground last time support a place chance.
Box 3
Her early pace could put her in the contest, though the latest run was only fair.
Box 7
He can improve after an unlucky Australian debut, but this is a tougher task.
Box 8
Recent form and the wide draw leave him with plenty to prove.