Caulfield Cup favourite Half Yours landed barrier two for the $5 million race, with the full 18-horse field finalised following Wednesday morning’s draw.
The St Jean gelding, a six-time winner from 13 starts, brings solid lead-up form after claiming the Group 3 Naturalism and finishing an eye-catching fourth in the Group 1 Turnbull Stakes behind Melbourne Cup favourite Sir Delius.
Ireland’s Absurde has come up with the inside draw, while fellow international Meydaan fared well in gate five.
French stayer Presage Nocturne will start from eight while Japan’s Golden Snap drew widest in 18.
Among the locals, Birdman (10) draws midfield, with Revelare and Vauban side-by-side in 12 and 13. OTI Racing’s Deakin has barrier seven.
With 52.5kg, Half Yours is a warm favourite at a general quote of $2.80 with most betting agencies.