2:30am - Coolmore Stud Stakes | 1200m | Group 1 | i

What a slashing renewal of the Coolmore Stud Stakes we are presented with here. Rich Enuff adds so much intrigue coming back from his brave Caulfield Guineas placing. If he has freshened-up well enough who is to say he can't dominate again down the Flemington straight. The speed maps offer the key to this race, the strong Rubick should lead on the rails, along with the Rich Enuff and the nippy Eloping, allowing both Brazen Beau and Kuro to get the cover they need. A key factor is if the jockeys decide to race in two packs. Brazen Beau and Kuro may decide to try their luck on the outside rail, while Rubick has the choice of sticking to the inside or drifting to the centre. Other chances include Scissor Kick (better 1200m and blinkers on), Nostradamus (solid performer) and even Delectation (has had bias against). Earthquake hasn't appeared at her best this preparation but she should get a nice trail off the hot speed. An epic contest that could make or break a stallions career. They might smash records in this one.