Panova and Tommy Berry headline Race 1, the Carbine Club at Flemington over 1600m, with trainer Chris Waller plotting another filly triumph against the boys.
At $6.00, Panova brings compelling form into this assignment after powering through from last to first in her Group 3 victory at Randwick over 1400m last start.
That winning pattern mirrors the preparation Waller has successfully used with fillies Fangirl and Aliana before their Carbine Club victories, proving his charges can handle the step up against male opposition at headquarters.
Berry's partnership with Panova shows real substance - three rides together have produced a win and a second, giving the combination a strong 66% strike rate for the placings.
The speed setup looks ideal for another signature Panova finish, with enough pace early to set up her devastating turn of foot in the straight.
Waller's tactical approach of targeting this specific Group 3 pathway before the Carbine Club has proven formula written all over it.
With Panova showing she can accelerate through traffic when it matters most, and Berry knowing exactly how to get the best from her, this looks a genuine winning chance at appealing odds.
Odds subject to change.