Deal brokered by David Chester of Magic Millions

Markets suggest that Explosive Jack is set to etch his name in Australian folklore with a Group 1 Queensland Derby triumph at Eagle Farm on Saturday.

Defence intact for Derby.

Trainer Peter Hulbert is hopeful Criminal Defence can provide him with his first Queensland Derby runner if the gelding passes a distance test at Eagle Farm on Wednesday.

Team Hulbert will pin their TAB Queensland Winter Racing Carnival hopes on last-start Listed level winner Hail Manhattan and up-and-coming stayer Criminal Defence.