Overview
- Observer is confirmed to run as the short-priced TAB favourite around $2.10–$2.15 for Saturday’s 2500m Group 1 at Flemington.
- Mark Zahra was fined $1500 after easing the colt late in the Moonee Valley Vase, where he led by about five lengths before a half‑length win.
- Trainer Ciaron Maher sticks with Zahra from barrier four as connections and rivals note the first‑time 2500m remains the key question.
- Racing analyst David Gately has identified Chris Waller’s Providence as the principal danger, marked about $6.50 after a fast-finishing run.
- Zahra is bullish about Observer’s prospects, saying the colt only needs to execute the plan “half-right” to justify his status as the standout.