Queensland’s racing carnival has wrapped up, but some of its brightest names are now setting their sights on major spring targets.

Chris and Corey Munce will sideline Group 1 JJ Atkins Stakes (1600m) winner Cool Archie for the rest of 2025.

That leaves Kelly Schweida’s Sunrays and David Vandyke’s Philia to represent the state in key races ahead.

Sunrays, a promising daughter of William Reid Stakes (1200m) winner Hellbent, is headed to Sydney for the Group 2 Tea Rose Stakes (1400m) and Group 1 Flight Stakes (1600m).

“She’s had a month off and has come through it really well,” Schweida said.

“She’s shown that she should get a mile and we’ll target those fillies races in Sydney.”

After winning the Listed Show A Heart (1500m), Sunrays is $15 for the Flight Stakes, where Percy Sykes Stakes (1200m) winner Tempted is favourite at $4.

Philia, winner of the Group 2 The Roses (2000m), remains in the paddock, with her spring path yet to be locked in.

Meanwhile, Antino has returned to Tony Gollan’s stable and is being aimed at the Cox Plate after his dominant Group 1 Doomben Cup (2000m) win.

He’s currently second favourite at $6 behind Via Sistina at $2.30.

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