Trainer Tim Martin believes the cards have fallen in favour of Indian Ocean more so than Monton in the Group I Turnpoint Randwick Guineas on Saturday.

Martin said Wednesday’s barrier draw has brought Indian Ocean right into calculations for the three-year-old semi-classic while the same couldn’t be said for the prospects of the Hobartville Stakes winner Monton.

“Barrier two for the filly is perfect but I could have kicked the cat when I saw Monton draw 16,” Martin said. “With them drawing like that I have to say Indian Ocean is my best chance.”

Bookies disagree with Martin’s assessment, having Monton at around the $15 mark while Indian Ocean is an $18 chance with most operators.

The Rosehill trainer said he “couldn’t fault” Monton’s preparation since his surprise victory in the major Randwick Guineas lead-up; the Group II Hobartville Stakes.

“I couldn’t be happier with his work, condition and attitude,” he said. “He’s really come of age over the past month or two and if he can somehow get a good run on Saturday then he’ll be in the finish again.”

Indian Ocean is heading towards the AJC Australian Oaks and Martin said Saturday will be the first time this preparation she’s ready to show her true wares.

“She’s really tightened up over the past couple of weeks and her coat is starting to glisten,” he said. “I love the way she’s been working this week and I’m sure she is going to run a great race on Saturday.