Bivouac Underlines Everest Credentials

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Godolphin is yet to confirm a horse for its Everest slot but leading contender remains in the box seat after a classy showing at the .

Suspended jockey Hugh Bowman made the trip to Hawkesbury on Monday to partner Bivouac in the 800 metre heat and the four-year-old breezed around the course to win under his own steam.

Trainer James Cummings said the Group One and Newmarket Handicap winner had returned in superb order and had been pencilled in to resume in (1100m) at Randwick on September 19.

“We haven't made any firm plans but we do like the look of The Shorts,” Cummings said.

When asked if Bivouac was the top contender to fill Godolphin's Everest slot, Cummings replied, “I think that's fair”.

Everest favourite will continue his spring build-up when he steps out in a trial at his home track.

The brilliant sprinter is among a host of luminaries at Tuesday's Rosehill session as Sydney's best horses continue to ramp up their preparations.

A four-time Group One winner, Nature Strip is one of three confirmed slot holders for and coasted to the line to win his first trial earlier this month.

He will have nine rivals in his 900m heat including stablemates and who are both expected to feature prominently this spring.

Caulfield Cup favourite , Australian Derby runner-up and smart sprinter Standout are among the other notable horses set to make trial appearances at Rosehill.

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