1. The Fugitive | Ran sixth last start at Burrumbeet when resuming and has disappointed in all three starts as a favourite. Ran fifth at Taupo when last second-up. Forward showing no surprise. |
2. Star Selection | Coming off a win at Mornington but has struggled in these conditions previously. Should run fitter for two previous outings. Not keen. |
3. Awesome Storm | First-up after 13 week break and goes well on a softer track. Drawn ideally. Place chance. |
4. Snappy Magnus | Last start winner to break maiden at Kyneton but carries an extra 4kg from last run. Should run fitter for two previous outings. Knockout hope. |
5. Fi Style | Made ground late to win last start at Horsham and rates highly with Dean Holland retaining the ride. Likely to race off the speed. Can’t dismiss. |
6. Gimme The Goss | Resumes after a 22 week spell and comes to hand quickly. Has run well in these conditions. A good chance. |
7. Trygve | Ran seventh last start at Geelong on a soft track and should run fitter for past attempts. Winning chance. |
8. Cardice | Has won at Wangaratta and placed once this campaign. Placed last start at Sale on a heavy track. Rates highly with Patrick Moloney retaining the ride. Leading hope. |
9. Bon's Ghost | First-up after 55 week spell and first race for Kevin Adcock. Proven first-up runner winning in two of seven attempts but still outsider. |