5:15am - THE TAB EVEREST | 1200m | | i

$15 million up for grabs again in the world's richest sprint race. NATURE STRIP, EDUARDO and HOME AFFAIRS look set to take up the running and tempo will depend on how easily they all find their spots. Last years dominant winner CLASSIQUE LEGEND is the one to beat, but it's hard to be confident in him given an unsuccessful transfer to Hong Kong and no races since. NATURE STRIP and EDUARDO will give a bold sight up front if on-pacers are winning on the day. HOME AFFAIRS brings the 3YO form-lines to the race and looms as a big chance if the track dries out. GYTRASH, TREKKING (doesn't want too wet) and MASKED CRUSADER (gets back) not far off in the ratings.