Promising four-year-old Sadler’s Lake has now won both starts this preparation after racing well last season over the Brisbane Winter Carnival. He settled well in third place on the rails from his inside barrier (1). Jim Cassidy drove him along the inner from the 200m, he hit the front at the 100m and then fought back to win well. Favourite Rudy raced in sixth place, one off the rails. He moved up (deep) nearing the home run, took a while to wind up on straightening, got to fourth at the 200m and then made good late ground for second, putting up a smart effort especially considered the he conceded 4kg to the winner. Heart Testa led and steadied the early tempo (first 800m 48.91). He held the front until passing the 200m and then held on for third after running a bold race. Outsider Dragon Flyer was fourth most of the way and held on to retain that position, beaten just over two lengths, in an honest effort in this class.