The addition of blinkers can make a world of difference to lightly raced three-year-old Hawkie Star, who bids to open his winning account for trainer David Hayes.
The nicely bred youngster has only raced three times for a second, a third and a fourth and the decision to go for the blinkers should make the vital difference that enables him to convert that consistency into a victory.
Shane Dye rode Hawkie Star last time when the son of Danehill stallion Dangerous drew 'ideally' in barrier one. But instead of being an asset, the inside gate was actually a liability for Hawkie Star, who never really travelled inside horses.
Dye had no hesitation in recommending the addition of blinkers after that display and to help him along, this time Hawkie Star has come up with barrier 13.
There can be no excuses this time on account of field shyness.
Debutant Silver Mark from the David Hall yard is an interesting runner.
