KNOBELAS was kept in New Zealand by the Kent/Price team in search of a Group one, and the BELARDO mare scores a royal opportunity to knock one off in the Herbie Dyke Saturday. Craig Williams acknowledged that a less than optimal ride at Ellerslie likely prevented a victory, and the decision by the connections to pay the late entry fee for this race suggests the horse possesses the necessary fitness, increasing confidence, and slick acceleration to be a strong contender