The 2024 TAB Everest shapes up as one of the most intriguing editions yet, with the widest betting market in the race's eight-year history.
Although not the strongest field we've seen, the mix of diverse form lines, top horses at big odds, and a defending champion requiring two scratchings just to gain a start makes for a fascinating contest.
With barriers and sectional speed likely to play a crucial role, expect an exciting showdown where the three-year-olds may be ready to stamp their mark as serious contenders in Australia’s richest race.
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The track is rated a Soft 5 but could play firmer with scattered showers in the lead-up.
The rail is in the True position, which should provide a fair racing surface with no obvious bias expected.
Who do the All-In Boys like in The Everest
Barrier: 9 | Weight: 58.5kg
J: L Nolen T: P G Moody & Katherine Coleman
Has a sense of timing coming into this race third-up, but as a six-year-old, he will need a perfectly run race to win from well off the speed.
Current: $6.00 | My Rating: $7.00
Barrier: 3 Weight: 58.5kg
J: M Zahra T: Clayton Douglas
The 2022 winner is lightly raced and drawn ideally to find cover midfield.
Not currently at his absolute best, but could peak here. Looks overs.
Current: $14.00 | My Rating: $10.00
Barrier: 10 Weight: 58.5kg
J: J Ford T: Joseph Pride
Overcame a tough run second-up and is better than the current price suggests.
Could be a major player with a month between runs and a good trial.
Current: $27.00 | My Rating: $12.00
Barrier: 12 Weight: 56.5kg
J: Craig Williams T: C Maher
A tough and consistent mare but will need softer ground to bring her best.
The speed map is not in her favour.
Current: $9.00 | My Rating: $13.50
Barrier: 1 Weight: 56.5kg
J: N Rawiller T: C Maher
Draws well on the fence but is up against a high-class field.
Likely to be outclassed over a hard-run 1200m.
Current: $14.00 | My Rating: $31.00
Barrier: 6 Weight 56.5kg
J: Zac Lloyd T: Bjorn Baker
Showed a powerful finish first-up but could struggle with the draw and depth of the field.
Current: $14.00 | My Rating: $17.00
Barrier: 8 Weight 56.5kg
J: Tommy Berry T: Annabel Neasham & Rob Archibald
Has the quality to win and is a real value chance.
Will need to find cover from an awkward draw, but if she does, her finishing burst could be lethal.
Current: $11.00 | My Rating: $8.50
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Barrier: 4 Weight: 56.5kg
J: J B Mc Donald x1x13 T: C J Waller
Drawn well but may lack the strength needed to finish off at this level.
Current: $6.00 | My Rating: $9.00
Barrier: 7 Weight: 53kg
J: K Mc Evoy T: C Maher
An emerging three-year-old with tactical speed but may find this level too demanding at this stage.
Current: $7.50 | My Rating: $12.00
Barrier: 2 Weight: 53kg
J: Jamie Kah T: James Cummings
Suited to 1200m and comes into this race with strong form, including a close second in the Golden Rose.
Should get a perfect run just off the speed and looks the one to beat.
Current: $8.00 | My Rating: $5.50
Barrier: 5 Weight 53kg
J: B Avdulla T: G Waterhouse & A Bott
Ran well in the Golden Rose, but this may be beyond him.
Current: $13.50 | My Rating: $11.50
Barrier: 11 Weight 51kg
J: Rachel King T: G Waterhouse & A Bott
A Golden Slipper winner who may struggle from a wide draw against this field.
Current: $51.00 | My Rating: $31.00
Barrier: 13 Weight 58.5kg
T: Bjorn Baker
Could cause some chaos if he gets a start, especially given his sharp trial form.
Current: $71.00 | My Rating: $41.00
Barrier: 14 Weight 58.5kg
T: Joseph Pride
Unlikely to get a run, and the task would be too tough from a wide gate.
Current: $67.00 | My Rating: $71.00
Barrier: 15 58.5kg
T: C Maher
Needs three scratchings to get a run and would be outclassed here.
Current: $61.00 | My Rating: $101.00
Barrier: 16 58.5kg
T: Joseph Pride
A longshot emergency with little chance of getting a run, even if he does.
Current: $71.00 | My Rating: $151.00
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