Trainer Wayne Hillis believes the 2000m journey of Tuesday’s Gr.2 Valachi Downs Royal Stakes at Ellerslie is made to measure for his hardy filly Imelda Mary.

Wayne Hillis has regrouped his main players after the New Zealand Cup meeting and is preparing to target further major races over the next few months.

Punters chasing the guaranteed $500,000 Pick6 at Matamata on Wednesday might be well-advised to pay close attention to the chances of two local trainers.