VRC Track Manager, Liam O'Keeffe talks through the preparation for Saturday's racing at Flemington Racecourse.
 
Track: Currently a Soft 6 - Potential to improve to a Soft 5 if strong winds arrive Saturday. Minimal rain is predicted, with showers possible after the last race.
Conditions: Track running steady.  Straight races runners are likely to move to the outside of the track to take advantage of fresh ground 
Rail: 11m position
Weather:  16deg - Strong winds - possible shower late in the day. 
Wind: 27-28kmh North/North Easterly.