Some of Australia’s most promising and experienced indigenous reinsmen and women will contest the event.

Gregory-Jack partnered the Kevin Pizzuto-trained Mister Double Line ($3.50) to victory last year and was also on a Pizzuto-trained pacer when he first captured the crown the previous year.

He will partner Uncle Benjamin for Perthville trainer Chris Frisby on Sunday and has drawn ideally in gate two.

“It’s a long way to go for the one drive but you have to grab these kind of opportunities,” Gregory-Jack said.

“After having a quick look at the form, I think I’m a genuine chance to win three in a row.

“The one (Scotlynn Jiggs) is first-up from New Zealand and looks the hardest to beat.

“My drive is a fast beginner so tactically if the one can lead and I can sit on its back, it will give us the best chance of winning.

“That’s the ideal scenario but as you know in racing, pre-race plans can quickly go out the window.”

Gregory-Jack has only had a handful of drives since winning the title last year as his driving career took a back seat to working night shift at Star Track Express and playing football for Howlong reserves on weekends.

The 26-year-old said he was itching to get back into the bike.

“I think I’ve only had about nine drives since winning at Menangle last year,” he said.

“So you could say I’m first-up from a spell.”