Having his third run this preparation, the ATC Australian Derby (Gr 1, 2400m) winner Jon Snow staged a good effort winning here. He began well and settled nicely outside the leader (Kilmacurragh) going at a steady tempo. He was under riding when the tempo increased at the 300m but responded to take the lead rounding the home turn. He then fought back gamely when challenged to score a strong win. Ecuador had a good trip in fourth place, one out and one back. He looked dangerous when he challenged on straightening and then fought well for second, finding the winner a bit too good. Boom Time had a good run from his inside barrier (one) racing in fifth place on the rails. He went to fourth at the home turn and kept battling on well to take the minor placing.