A massive day of racing at headquarters, with the Group 1 2020 Makybe Diva Stakes (1600m) the headline event, as well as the 2020 Exford Plate (1400m), 2020 Bobbie Lewis Quality (1200m), the 2020 Let\u2019s Elope Stakes (1400m), and the 2020 Danehill Stakes (1200m) the other major events on the card.<\/p>\n
The rail is in the true with a predicted Good 4 surface, though there are expected showers in the afternoon on Saturday, which could see the track be downgraded to a Soft 5 or Soft 6, so keep an eye out on the day and adjust.<\/p>\n
Flemington usually plays fairly with the rail in the true, so runners should have a chance from anywhere in the field.<\/p>\n
Let\u2019s take a look at some of the better betting opportunities throughout the day.<\/p>\n
I want to be with Immortal Love here, after a super impressive win in the Group 3 McNeil Stakes last start. He sat back and hit the line strongly, though does have the tactical speed to be ridden more positively, which is a big plus. Looks one of the main contenders for the 2020 Caulfield Guineas, and I\u2019m keen to back him here.<\/p>\n
Has already moved in from $4.60 to $3.80, and may start shorter on the day.<\/p>\n
I want to watch Cherry Tortoni first up, who won at this track over the mile during the winter in the listed Taj Rossi Final, but think he may be looking for further than the 1400m here.<\/p>\n
Verdict:<\/strong> I\u2019m backing Immortal Love at $3.80.<\/p>\n