Pierata, after being runner-up (to Kementari) in the Hobartville Stakes (Gr 2, 1400m) and Randwick Guineas (Gr 1, 1600m), reversed the result here. Having his first run since March, he was smartly away before settling in fourth place (one out and one back). He moved up well to take the lead on passing the 200m and then held on to score a narrow but very good win. Kementari was a bit slow to move, settled back in sixth place, improved behind runners nearing the home turn, got into clear running at the 200m and ran on really well for a late-closing second, resuming here. He should be further improved by the outing. The Monstar showed his customary pace to lead and he led the field at a good tempo until the 200m and did really well in holding on to take the minor placing. Lanciato raced at the tail of the ten-horse field until reaching the 300m and then ran home very well for (1.5 lengths) fourth in a really smart, first-up effort in this weight-for-age sprint. Showtime, also resuming here, was ridden quietly and settled back in seventh place. He improved (deep) nearing the home turn and then kept running on nicely for (3.4 lengths) fifth, albeit without threatening.