Chris Waller's Newcastle Gold Cup hopes may have been dashed when Kelinni was scratched on Thursday morning, but Sydney's leading trainer picked up a handy consolation prize.

Chris Waller’s Newcastle Gold Cup hopes may have been dashed when Kelinni was scratched on Thursday morning, but Sydney’s leading trainer picked up a handy consolation prize.

Chris Waller's Newcastle Gold Cup hopes may have been dashed when Kelinni was scratched on Thursday morning, but Sydney's leading trainer picked up a handy consolation prize.

Glencadam Gold and Miss Stellabelle have been installed as early market favourites for Thursday’s Newcastle Gold Cup and Tibbie Stakes respectively.

Glencadam Gold and Miss Stellabelle have been installed as early market favourites for Thursday's Newcastle Gold Cup and Tibbie Stakes respectively.