Former Victorian heads Mackay Newmarket odds

The Mackay Newmarket (1300m) on Saturday looks an absolute lottery on paper and that is reflected in the market with $6.50 equal favs.

Former Victorian Kievann was most impressive last time and has already firmed in from $7 to be at $6.50, sitting alongside the Ben Currie trained Iron George, who brings really good form with him.

Local sprinter Grand Emperor has been clearly the best backed runner to win the race, into $7.50 after opening $9. He’s got home ground advantage and has the plum draw.