The Rosebud RSL Handicap over 1519m was run 23rd August 2008 at Moonee Valley and unlike the McEwen provided insight into the early form of a few possible Melbourne Cup chances
Second up and 2007 Geelong Cup winner Mandela ($71 Melbourne Cup odds) who likes to get forward early battle on for 2nd three lengths away from an all way win for Conquering ($5.20). The one that really caught the eye flying home for 3rd was Lords Ransom ($21 Melbourne Cup odds), sat back just off the pace during the race and really did come come very qucily. Lords Ransom does like it longer so this first up run looks impressive for the 5 year old and should be one for us to keep a close eye on as we move closer to 4th November for the Melbourne Cup.
