On what could prove a tough day for punters it is surprising to see the man of the moment Hugh Bowman not on one favourite at Flemington today.

The top-rated runner throughout Australia is Lucky Hussler  in Race 8 at The Valley.  He can be backed with confidence. In the Cox itself expect a bold run from Preferment but bear in mind his grand final is the Melbourne Cup.

How To Win kept the dream alive with Press Statement winning for us last Saturday at odds of $2.80. The feature handicaps are notoriously difficult to pick but if you feel like a flutter have a Mintie each way on Fame Game.

The top-rated runner throughout Australia occurs in Race 9 at Caulfield in Melbourne:  Press Statement.  He should win. The action bet is Mullinger Lane in the first at Morphettville in Adelaide.

At Randwick in Sydney Exosphere should win Race 4 but is likely to be too short to be a worthwhile bet.  How To Win’s crystal ball sees things improving over the next few weeks so well worth the wait.