Anthony and Edward Cummings were the architects of an upset in last year's Listed Dulcify Quality (1600m) and have two chances to repeat the dose this Saturday.
The then three-year-old filly Moqueen caused a boil over in the $125,000 feature as a $15 chance, six months before Anthony and Edward officially entered a father and son training partnership.
The 2017 edition of the Dulcify Quality is another open affair, with the two favourites Sambro and Hypnotist priced around the $4.60 mark.
Cummings Incorporated will be represented by two horses with only moderate records – Chosen Assassin and Spencer – but the race appears a far cry from the days of past winners Subzero (1991), Danewin (1994), Nothin' Leica Dane (1995), and Tie The Knot (1997).
"It doesn't look a strong race – 10 of the 12 runners are maiden or class one horses," Edward Cummings said.
Chosen Assassin was seen finishing second in what looked an above average maiden field at Warwick Farm earlier this month while Spencer is coming off a brave fourth after leading up a strong tempo at Newcastle.
"I think Chosen Assassin is a lovely horse that will relish the mile," Cummings said.
"He stuck on well last start at Warwick Farm when he felt the other horses coming – for me that was a really good sign that he's starting to buy into the contest which is a big thing for maturing three-year-olds.
"Spencer is the more seasoned of the two, being in second preparation, and was unlucky not to win last start.
"He was ridden in a way that really didn't suit him – basically he went too quick for the first 1000m of the race.
"He can go a touch keen but with the right ride he can competitive.
"I don't think there's much between our two – either of them could figure with luck in running."
While Cummings said he has difficulty splitting his two chances, bookmakers are favouring Chosen Assassin ($18 with Sportsbet) over Spencer ($26).
