The leading Cox Plate contender's lap of the track on Tuesday was more tentative canter than gallop on a heavy track that is not expected to improve, with stormy weather predicted for Friday and Saturday.

While some observers walked away none the wiser about Shoot Out's prowess at a track that will host his spring grand final, trainer John Wallace was satisfied.

"I just told (track rider) Dan (Wheeler) that it was a wet track and not to kill him. Just have a look, he's pretty fit," Wallace said.

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