AU - Grafton - Race 3

POSEIDON'S SON (3) starting to hit his straps this campaign with the three impressive on-pace wins in weaker company. Will relish Smyth's 7lbs claim from the good gate and undefeated in two starts at this course. Looks too strong again. COUNT NICHOLAS (6) in good order after winning two back at the Gold Coast Poly. Meets Poseidon's Son better at the weights after closing well for a narrow third over 6f here. Shapes as the main danger. STARZAM (1) proven at this level and strips fitter after he chipped away late on resumption with a plugging fourth over 5 ¼f at this track. No surprise to see closing strongly. PEONY (2) fourth-up for this and finally drawn a decent barrier. Snagged back from the outside gate with a battling eighth over 6f at this track. Will race closer to the speed and can add value to the exotics. GAYLORD (5) never comfortable first-up in the heavy going at the Gold Coast and remains unbeaten at this course. Improver.