Lance Noble is keen to test the versatility of his well-performed sprinter-miler Habana this preparation, with the Group 1 Zabeel Classic being the main target.
Ellerslie’s newly developed track passed its first test on Monday since remedial work was undertaken following several slips on the surface earlier this year.
Moonlight Magic employed a barnstorming finish from last to secure a valuable stakes victory when she captured the Group 3 Championship Stakes at Ellerslie.
Stephen Marsh will be hoping to continue his winning ways with his emerging two-year-old talent with three runners engaged in the Listed Star Way Stakes.