With the release this week of nominations for the Gr.1 Trackside NZ Derby, the focus intensifies for stamina signs amongst the three-year-old crop ahead of the March 7 Ellerslie classic and one of these promising up and comers claims Melbourne Cup winner Ethereal as his third dam.

Lyndhurst Stud Farm is home to one of Queensland’s favourite sons Better Than Ready and their Magic Millions draft of 12 features three by the reigning Champion Queensland Sire.