G1 Moir Stakes Preview

The Moir Stakes moves to Sandown this year with Moonee Valley undergoing redevelopment, and it has attracted a highly intriguing field. We break down the chances of every runner.

1. Giga Kick (9)

Best Bet
J: Mark Zahra T: Clayton Douglas

Elite sprinter resuming here and has the class to make his presence felt. Trialled well leading in and 1000m suits fresh. Race shape looks like it will suit him, if at his best he will be hard to hold out.

PB Rating 9.4
Last 5 5420x
Win $4.60 Place $1.80
  • Proven Winner

2. Rothfire (1)

J: Brad Rawiller T: R L Heathcote

Veteran sprinter who proved he still has plenty to offer with his Doomben 10,000 victory. Possesses excellent early speed and has a strong record at the trip. Needs to bring his best against some younger rivals but can give a bold sight.

PB Rating 8
Last 5 0170x
Win $21.00 Place $4.80

3. Skybird (12)

J: Ben Melham T: Mitchell Freedman

Lightning Stakes winner who is capable of producing a devastating finish when conditions suit. Her recent form has been poor, but she has proven she belongs at this level. If she can recapture her best, she’s more than capable of featuring

PB Rating 7.6
Last 5 3070x
Win $15.00 Place $4.00
  • Ready to Fire

4. Generosity (7)

J: Jye Mcneil T: C J Waller

Speedy mare who excels fresh and was outstanding winning the Challenge Stakes first-up last preparation. Yet to claim a Group 1 but has measured up against elite sprinters before. Draws interest resuming and should be right in the finish.

PB Rating 7.2
Last 5 x156x
Win $16.00 Place $4.20

5. Ole Dancer (8)

J: Luke Nolen T: P G Moody & Katherine Coleman

Quality galloper who will appreciate tackling Group 1 company, but 1000m looks a touch sharp first-up. Better suited as her preparation progresses.

PB Rating 8.2
Last 5 x230x
Win $26.00 Place $6.00
  • Proven Winner

6. Geegees Mistruth (4)

J: Blake Shinn T: M W Walker

Broke through for a deserved Group 1 win in the Sangster Stakes last campaign. Has shown she can measure up against quality opposition and her best form puts her right in the mix. Don’t underestimate

PB Rating 8.2
Last 5 0721x
Win $18.00 Place $4.20
  • Good on Soft

7. My Gladiola (6)

J: Jamie Mott T: John Mcardle

Talented mare who showed plenty of ability during her three-year-old season, including a placing in the Lightning Stakes over this trip. Recent jump-outs have been sharp, but this is a tough return against seasoned Group 1 sprinters.

PB Rating 8
Last 5 2047x
Win $11.00 Place $3.20

8. Point Barrow (10)

J: Daniel Stackhouse T: A & S Freedman

Progressive mare who has shown plenty of ability through her short career, but this is another step up in grade. Was competitive in Group company last preparation and should be better for further, while this sharp 1000m test against proven sprinters may stretch her

PB Rating 8.6
Last 5 x515x
Win $12.00 Place $3.30
  • Proven Winner
  • Track Talent

9. Cavalry Girl (5)

Best Value
J: Craig Williams T: Tom Dabernig

Comes into this off a strong winning streak and couldn’t have been more impressive in the Carlyon Stakes at this track and trip. This is clearly her toughest test to date, but she’s flying and deserves her place.

 

PB Rating 8.6
Last 5 12111
Win $9.50 Place $2.90
  • Proven Winner
  • Track Talent
  • Good on Soft

10. Hearcomesthestar (11)

J: Beau Mertens T: J F Moloney

Rarely runs a poor race. This is a significant rise in class however, and she will find a few of these possessing superior sprinting credentials.

PB Rating 7
Last 5 x331x
Win $71.00 Place $13.00

11. Extragalactic (2)

J: Ethan Brown T: Trent Edmonds

Lightly raced mare with plenty of upside and showed she belongs at a high level when narrowly beaten in The Goodwood last preparation. This is another tough challenge first-up and against seasoned sprinters, but she has talent on her side and is worth keeping an eye on.

PB Rating 8
Last 5 1122x
Win $11.00 Place $3.30
  • Good on Soft
  • Ready to Fire

12. Bazaball Rewarded (3)

J: Teodore Nugent T: Kelvin Southey

In terrific form and proved she can measure up in Stakes company with a strong second in the Carlyon Stakes. This is a significant jump into Group 1 grade, however, and she will need to find another level against some of the nation’s top sprinters.

PB Rating 7.8
Last 5 12732
Win $34.00 Place $8.00
  • In Form

13. Natural Fling (13)

J: Jamie Melham T: T & C Mcevoy

Exciting filly who couldn’t have been more impressive winning the Quezette Stakes first-up. Takes a huge leap from her own age group into open Group 1 company, but her raw speed and light weight make her a fascinating contender

PB Rating 8.8
Last 5 12x1
Win $3.10 Place $1.50
  • Proven Winner
  • In Form

First 4

1. Giga Kick, 2. Cavalry Girl, 3. Natural Fling, 4. Point Barrow

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* PB rating based on form analysts’ opinion.