It’s not lost on Chad Schofield the connection his family name has with top class Perth sprinters.

Trainer John Thompson is giving promising colt Clear Proof every chance to earn his spot in the Golden Rose later this month by avoiding the ‘big guns’ for his major lead up at Rosehill on Saturday.

Clear Proof will bid to stake his Golden Rose claims via the Ming Dynasty Quality.

Chris Waller’s patience might well deliver Gatsby’s a big win in the spring if his stunning return win in the Listed Rosebud (1100m) is any indication.

Chris Waller colt Gatsby’s has accounted for a handy field in the feature race at Rosehill.