Tavi Time has only raced on a heavy track once and that was nearly two years ago, but trainer Kris Lees is convinced the favourite for the $500,000 The Coast will handle whatever a Heavy 10 surface at Newcastle throws at him on Saturday.

Trainer Ross McConville and jockey Brock Ryan have combined for a midweek win courtesy of Runwiththetide.

Unbeaten filly Our Gold Hope could put major targets on her agenda if the Robert and Luke Price-trained galloper can keep her unblemished record at Kembla Grange on Saturday.

PLEASE NOTE: A service for Gwenda Markwell will be held by Illawarra Turf Club in the Bert Lillye Lounge at Kembla Grange Racecourse on Tuesday, 8th November 2022 commencing at midday.

Alysha Collett has dedicated the win by Nautical Miss to the mare’s late trainer Gwenda Markwell.