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Rob Heathcote optimistic on Startantes in Silver Eagle after Golden Pendant disaster

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Rob Heathcote optimistic on Startantes in Silver Eagle after Golden Pendant disaster

Rob Heathcote's mare Startantes is a $9 chance in the $1m Silver Eagle at Randwick on Saturday. The mares last start was disappointing, but Heath cote is optimistic about her second-up run. Jason Collett will ride her. The Golden Eagle is at the end of the month.

Startantes could go to The Invitation in a fortnight. Heathcote could add Sweet Margot May to his Victorian Spring Carnival team. The mare has relished the move to Heath cote's stable, winning three times this year. If she wins on Saturday, Heathcott may take her to Flemington on Melbourne Cup day or Oaks day.

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