Hi Guys,

Interesting posts. The thing is Bel Esprit has no idea what horse has won the past 10 Slippers, nor is it aware that it's due for a bad run.

Marcus, I'm sure there are just as many people who WILL back Bel Esprit BECAUSE no favourite has won for 10 years simply because they think a favourite is due for a win. Either way you look at it, these are superstitious emotions, imposed by punters. They have zero bearing on the outcome of the race.

Now, if you'll excuse me, I have to check my Tattslotto numbers, they haven't come up for so long, they must be due.

Cheers.