Team Snowden-trained two-year-old colt Taj Mahal scored his first win in four starts in good style here. He was slowly away and settled back in 13th place in the 16-horse field. He saved ground along the rails from the 800m, got right through on the inner rounding the home turn to take the lead at the 200m. He then went on to really win well in a promising effort. It was also an excellent ride by Hugh Bowman.