The Group 1 SA Derby looks wide open. STATUARIO (2) returns to the fray after landing a strong win over 2400m in the LR Galilee Series Final at Caulfield. He’s a tough, progressive stayer who maps well again and has been kept ticking over with a recent trial placing. Expect him to be strong late. LAVALIER (8) was doing his best work through the line when runner-up in the G3 Chairman’s Stakes at this track over 2000m. Looks ready for the rise in distance and profiles as a serious danger. FEMMINILE (15) found the line fairly in a fast-run G1 Australasian Oaks here last week race. Looks suited getting to this journey now. Can run a cheeky race at odds. AMERICAN WOLF (4) brings genuine staying credentials after outstaying rivals over 2800m at Flemington. He’s rock-hard fit and won’t be far away when the whips are cracking. The Ciaron Maher-trained SAINT EMILION (5) also holds appeal after a strong chase in the Chairman's.