Overview
- The Golden Eagle will be run over 1500m at Royal Randwick on Saturday with the field trimmed to 16 after a late switch by Eclair Encore.
- Autumn Glow, unbeaten in seven starts, drew barrier nine and holds favouritism at about $2.10 with James McDonald confirmed to ride.
- Her preparation features wins in the Toy Show Quality, Theo Marks Stakes and a maiden Group 1 Epsom Handicap, followed by a Randwick trial on October 20.
- Chris Waller starts only Lord Penman alongside her, diverting Angel Capital to Melbourne and Lady Shenandoah to the Russell Balding Stakes based on his preference for a 1600m lead-up.
- Japan’s Panja Tower, an NHK Mile winner, drew gate four and arrives with a confident team after a smooth Sydney build-up.