Will it be a case of third time lucky for Huetor when he lines up in the Hollindale Stakes?

The Blue Diamond Stakes has been a key form reference over the carnival and Group One contender Fearless comes through that race.

Newcastle Jockey Club's first black type race of the year, the Group 3-Horsepower Newcastle Stakes (1400m), will be held on Friday and a high quality field of 16 has accepted.

Last year’s Ingham runner-up Lion’s Roar has been backed to go one better.

A gear change and a rain-affected track have proven the right formula for Detonator Jack.