Maxwell's yard has found its way into the winner's circle seven times already this season, so the trainer knows how to get young horses ready for this moment. Whether How Now has the speed, the temperament, or the natural ability to become number eight is something only the race will tell us. First starts are always a gamble—some horses take to it immediately, others need time to settle and learn. All we have is hope and breeding, and a trainer with form on his side.