The Toorak Handicap offers a fascinating 1600m Group 1 contest, with Pride of Jenni expected to carry topweight at around 59kgs.
With regular rider Jamie Kah suspended, Another Wil will now be partnered by Mick Dee, and the long-term favourite will relish the weight drop, potentially getting in as light as 54kgs.
Desert Lightning and Antino are expected to be major contenders, while Osipenko brings strong form for Chris Waller’s stable.
Craig, with Craig Williams aboard, is another to watch in a race where the handicap conditions could play a key role.
Expect a tactical affair with top jockeys and some of the best milers battling for glory in which Another Wil has opened as the $2.30 short priced favourite with bookmakers in Australia.
Toorak Handicap Likely Field
| Horse | Trainer | Jockey |
|---|---|---|
| PRIDE OF JENNI | C Maher | |
| DESERT LIGHTNING | P Moody & K Coleman | L Nolen |
| ANOTHER WIL | C Maher | M Dee |
| ANTINO | T Gollan | |
| ATTRITION | M Freedman | B Mertens |
| ORCHESTRAL | R James & R Wellwood | |
| LIGHT INFANTRY MAN | C Maher | |
| OSIPENKO | C Waller | |
| VIBRANT SUN | M Price & M Kent Jnr | |
| SEE YOU IN HEAVEN | R & C Jolly | |
| WISHLOR LASS | S Wilde | |
| JENNILALA | C Maher | |
| MAGNASPIN | L & T Corstens & W Larkin | |
| CRAIG | T Busuttin & N Young | C Williams |