Thanks Sandgroper.
I looked at the breeding for some of the chances.
Bold Mirage surprised a few last start. His dam Mirramanda produced the 92 Cup winner Mirror Magic. He's sure to have a soft run on the fence not far off the lead.
Tumeric flashing runs last 2, has bar 3. His dad Old Spice needs no introduction. Had a brilliant daughter called Natasha and son Field Officer won the 93 Cup. Last prep. he was settling a little closer so maybe JClaite can sit midfield here.
Mr.Tambourineman bad barrier and needs to improve but dad Serheed has produced the 98 Cup winner Heed the Toll. (Another son, a hack called Northerly, had the breeding to run the Melbourne Cup distance.)
I'm not rapped in Time Signal, though proven at distance winning Brisbane Cup. This is a stronger field, he's had a 38day break and he's up 2.5kg net wise(over limit). Trainer keeps offing positive vibes though.
Alibi Bay flopped last year after good lead up form.
Exit Lane very interesting. At first 2400+ distance run last start ran on strongly. At the weights can't beat Bold Mirage but maybe it can run the supreme distance better?
Dananmatt ran on strongly last start and drops 7kg and though meets Bold Mirage slightly better will be giving him a decent start at the 800m.
9 races on, hoping a big crowd turns out.
Good luck all.