Kyneton

Holding Captive is the standout pick here, having placed on debut. From the powerful Ciaron Maher yard and with John Allen in the saddle, this horse has strong credentials. The single run suggests natural talent, and with natural improvement, it should be very hard to beat in this maiden company. The barrier draw is also favourable.

Weasel Sea stands out in this maiden field with a strong second-up record and a favourable inside barrier. The Jason Warren stable is in good form, and Zac Spain is a capable jockey, making this horse a strong contender to break its maiden.

Angel's Gathering stands out in this maiden field with a recent placing and a strong stable behind her. While the wide barrier is a slight concern, her last start showed significant improvement, and with a top stable, she's primed to break her maiden here.

Ateyate showed good improvement last start over 1600m, finishing second, which suggests the 1811m will suit. With a favorable barrier and a top stable, this horse is primed to break its maiden and looks the strongest contender in the field.

Olympiad looks to be the class runner in this field, despite his limited starts. The step up to 1811m after a strong maiden win suggests he's ready for this challenge, and the McEvoy stable with John Allen aboard is a formidable combination. He should be highly competitive and is the clear top pick.

Ziggi Rocks boasts a strong career record with 10 wins and a high place percentage, indicating consistency. The inside barrier is a significant advantage over this distance, allowing for a economical run, and the jockey/trainer combination has shown capability at this level. This horse looks to be a class above many of its rivals.

Odessa stands out as a strong contender, boasting the highest win percentage in the field and a favourable inside barrier. With Luke Currie aboard and coming from a top stable, this mare is poised to make a significant impact first-up, especially if trials indicate readiness.

Finchaven is lightly raced but boasts an impressive 50% win rate from just two starts, indicating significant upside. Despite the wide barrier, the Lindsey Smith stable and Ryan Hurdle are a formidable combination, suggesting this horse is well-placed to handle the step up in class and continue its winning ways.