MorningtonTue, November 14, 2023

. Was positive late last time and the staying trip should be ideal. BLACK AUTUMN (6) got closer at Pakenham at 1m2f. Has his first start over the longer journey and won't lack for fitness. Stablemate SAMBUCUS (7) led them up over 1m2f at Kilmore but found one better late. Mott is a key jockey switch. He will race forward and get every chance to master the staying trip. LONESTAR CHARLIE (2) led four-back at Moe over this trip narrowly beaten but has been plain since. May be better in the wet but he's shown he's capable. The rails gate and 4.4lb claim advantage.