Trainer Chris Waller’s Matusalem is emerging as a notable contender in Tuesday’s $3 million Big Dance at Randwick. Having last raced in the Wyong Cup, where he secured a win, Matusalem appeared strong in a recent 1050-meter trial, completing it with ease. His performance suggests he may outperform current betting odds, making him a valuable inclusion for exotic bets.

Annabel and Rob Archibald’s Menshevik has shown encouraging signs in his latest trial run at Randwick. Although he holds only one victory from six starts, his recent form indicates potential to compete in higher-quality races. Bjorn Baker’s unraced three-year-old gelding, Virtuoso, also displayed marked improvement during recent trials, highlighting him as a horse to watch.

Other horses under the spotlight at Randwick include Tibetan Bell and Rishaka, both trained by Chris Waller. Rishaka, a filly by Frankel who was purchased for $360,000, is noted for her promising pedigree and performance potential.

In the Group 2 Russell Balding Stakes over 1300 meters, Jimmysstar and Headwall are favored, with a slight advantage given to Jimmysstar despite an unfavourable barrier draw. The Listed Sydney Gold Cup, contested over 2000 meters, appears likely to be won by one of Starzintheireyes, Anthracite, or Barrengarry. Starzintheireyes is considered the best bet among these, benefiting from a favorable weight drop.

The Toyota Forklifts Handicap (1500 meters) sees She Moves Too as the early favorite, ridden by Zac Lloyd, who currently leads the Sydney jockeys’ premiership.

Coverage of Melbourne’s Flemington carnival highlights several key horses, including Satono Glow, Lady Shenandoah, and Pin Up Sheila, each drawing attention in their respective races.