Cups prospect Rebel Raider makes his first appearance at Flemington since his 2008 Victoria Derby upset win in Saturday's Makybe Diva Stakes.

Stephen Farley is quietly confident Gazza Guru can cause an upset and claim a home-town win in Friday's Listed Wyong Gold Cup.

Oakbank trainer Bill Smart hopes the Let's Elope Stakes (1400m) will help clarify Caulfield Cup and Cox Plate plans for promising stayer Silent Surround.

Exciting colt Smokin' Joey is developing the physique of an imposing horse which trainer Lee Freedman hopes is an indication of the colt's spring prospects.