The Gai Waterhouse-trained four-year-old Laidback Larry ($2.50 fav) has now won three of his last four starts. The lightly raced NZ-bred gelding began smartly and immediately took the lead. He travelled well in front, increased his advantage nearing the home turn and went on to win, scoring quite comfortably by two lengths. He looks suited to further and is quite promising. *ANZ