BIG SATURDAY IN THREE STATES

Busy day for us in three states today headed by Chapada and Sound in the Sydney Cup at Randwick.

Chapada (pictured) will be ridden by Glen Boss today and Mike Moroney is anticipating a better effort following a disappointing last start ninth in the Tancred Stakes.

“He’s drawn nicely today and he looks terrific,” Moroney said.

“I can’t explain why he disappointed last start because he’s continued to train well so I’m anticipating if he can get a nice drag into the race from barrier six I will not be at all surprised to see him win.”

Brenton Avdulla is aboard Sound who has drawn barrier 11.

“It looks an even race and there are not many in it with form at this trip like we have,” Moroney said.

“The plan is to ride him quieter today and if he reproduces his best then that is good enough to win I think.

“The track should suit and with ordinary luck I’m expecting him to run well.”

Tofane is our other runner at Randwick in the last race of the day, the Group 2 Sapphire Stakes over 1200m with Mark Zahra riding from barrier 13 in a field of 14.

It is the first start this preparation for the five-year-old who posted a career best at Randwick in the All-Aged Stakes.

“She’s travelled up well, is nice and bright this morning,” Moroney.

“I’m a little bit concerned about drawing wide in a race where there does not look a lot of speed.

“If they do run along and she can tuck in and get some cover early then I’m sure she will run well.”

Star Of Eden is in Adelaide for the Auraria Stakes over 1800m with Billy Egan to ride.

“I couldn’t be happier with her however she’s drawn awkwardly in 12 which could make things harder,” Moroney said.

“I’ve added blinkers to help her in what looks an even race and luck in running is going to be crucial.

“She’s done well and trained on well, travelled over well and with ordinary luck then I’m sure she can figure in the finish.”

Shelby Cobra is our Caulfield when he tackles the VOBIS Gold Dash over 1100m with Jamie Mott aboard.

“He’s drawn wide which is not a major disadvantage from that start,” Moroney said. “I’ve asked Jamie to ride him where he’s happy and his work has really improved following the jumpouts.

“He’s ready to go today, I think he’s the best horse in the race and if things go his way he’s certainly capable of winning.”