Aeratus atoned for his narrow defeat at Flemington, at the hands of Wrotham Heath two weeks ago, when he skipped away in the straight to win the Provincial Plate in the easiest possible fashion.

There is quite a contrast between both races, he was just grinding away when he ran second, this time, on Saturday, he was explosive.

Dean Yendall had him closer to the pace than previously, he was perched there right at the business end of affairs; no starts were given away this time.

Aeratus - No doubt this time

The gelding is racing consistently proving, a great money spinner for his owners, Frank and Karen Butler, they also bred the son of Magnus.

There was a touch of nostalgia associated with the win, whilst they race several horses in partnership with others; they are the sole owners of Aeratus.

The gelding carried the colours of Frank’s late father, Noel, the pale blue, navy blue stars, red sleeves and cap.

Aeratus’s success took his record to five wins from 10 starts, a fifty per cent strike rate that would be the dream of every owner.

The win provided Caulfield trainer, Mick Price, with the quinella, as he also prepared Harveys True Heart, whilst he hasn’t the same strike rate as his stable mate, he is not far off a win.

Karen and Frank Butler with  Aeratus