Trainer Kris Lees says likely 'sit and sprint' tactics in the Expressway Stakes at Rosehill on Saturday may force rider James McDonald to play an aggressive hand on Le Romain.

Leading Newcastle trainer Kris Lees is confident he can extend his near perfect record in Sunday’s $80,000 Taree Gold Cup.

The Kris Lees pair Hallelujah Boy and Envy Of All face opposition from stablemates when they chase city hat-tricks at Rosehill on Saturday.

Veteran stayer Doukhan has an important gear change at Randwick on Saturday when the nine-year-old tackles 3200m for the third time in two months in the ATC Stayers Cup.

Blinkers are back on Just Dreaming at the Sunshine Coast on Saturday as trainer Kris Lees readies her for her major winter carnival target.