Punters getting excited about the Moreton Cup

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I Am Excited has been heavily backed since Moreton Cup markets opened

I Am Excited is on the seven day back up in the Moreton Cup (1200m) this Saturday at Doomben and she has been the key firmer in early betting.

The David Pfieffer trained mare was a victim of the bias at Eagle Farm last weekend and had no hope of running well in the Kingsford Smith. Drops big time in depth and stable finds Olly to steer. She did get to $7 from $6.50 but was backed in and is now at $5.50.

Ortensia winner Viridine, who will likely back up in the Stradbroke next Saturday, is the $2.45 favourite, in from $2.50, but is solid. He holds the call over Brave Song, who is $3.80, with Winter Bride at $4.20.