A career at stud awaits Meritable, but first his connections are hoping he can add to his CV.

The new owners of Hosier have enjoyed a great ride already, but it will take them to a whole new level if the Newcastle-trained seven-year-old can win the $2 million Petaluma Hill Stakes at Rosehill on Saturday.

Nine-year-old Spirit Ridge continues to turn back the clock.

Having emerged from a dramatic Wyong Cup experience unscathed, Hosier is looking to bounce back at Newcastle.

Newcastle-trained horses dominate early betting markets for Friday’s $300,000 Group 3-Sharp Office Newcastle Gold Cup (2300m).