04:05 caulfield Saturday 7th February 2026

HEDGED (1) scored last start in the G2 Australia Stakes at Pakenham over 6f after he was prominent at the turn. Has a strong record at this trip, scoring two times from four starts. Harry Coffey who has two wins when partnering stays on. Among the leading chances. OAK HILL (5) wound up strongly last time out to finish 0. 8 lengths adrift in second over 5f at this track when fresh from a break. Reunites with jockey Damian Lane who knows him well, including four wins while aboard. Fitter and looks sure to play a big role. PROVED (7) hasn't raced since finishing 13th at Pakenham over 7f eight weeks ago. Kept ticking over with a recent trial at Cranbourne. Rates highly and is one of the leading contenders. PALLATON (8) is back after a break of three-and-a-half months. Started the last campaign impressively when in the placings over 5½f at Rosehill. Has to be respected.