FRIDAY 22 MARCH AT AVONDALE

Co-trainer Pam Gerard said: “Wasp is having her first start. She’s a well put together filly, improving, and being by Ocean Park should continue to do so with time. She is straightforward, first time right-handed is a learning curve but nice place to start”.

“If At First was a bit unlucky on debut last week but got home well for fifth. Four-kilo claim, Eilish rode her nicely at the trials and she has a good draw (2). Short back up not ideal, but she has eaten everything and seems to be thriving. She looks a good chance.”

“Salt Bay has done well since her last start and until she really matures seems best fresh and kept to 1200 metres at the moment. She will get further in time. Working well and not the toughest field, she should be thereabouts.”