BATTLE OF BENDIGO

There’s enormous depth in the opening leg of the Bendigo Quaddie this afternoon, but The Watchdog believes Lala Ivory is the one to beat.

After being winless in her first six starts, the 23 month youngster has managed three wins from her past four starts including a scorching last start victory at Ballarat in 25.14sec.

But she’ll need to produce similar brilliance today as a host of talented rivals – including three of her kennel mates – stand in her way.