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It was an anxious few moments for the connections of Provence as they waited to hear the judge’s call following the Gr.1 TAB Mufhasa Classic (1600m) at Trentham on Saturday, and they erupted when their mare’s name was called out first.

A quartet of top-flight contenders on Saturday will give Stephen Marsh a decent shot at completing a memorable elite-level double at Riccarton.

Multiple Group One winner Provence indicated she is ready to take on another lucrative campaign with a strong 1100m trial win at Ellerslie on Thursday.

“Little Black Dress and To Cap It All will be having another trial and then head toward Ellerslie for the Gold Trail Stakes (Gr.3, 1200m).” 

“I’ve been thrilled with her in between times."

“He’s got barrier four as well and that’s probably the perfect gate.”

“She’s a stakes-winning filly with a big pedigree and has done a great job already."