'Fair third last time (7f); this is a strong race but the longer trip may help.'

'Yet to run a bad race in six outings; up from 7f; 2lb higher than for latest second.'

'Raised another 7lb for second straight 7f win last time; progressing fast; upped in trip.'

'On a long losing streak and likely to struggle from 4lb out of the weights.'

'Only two of his last ten runs have been close to his peak; easily passed over; reserve.'

'Twice placed off this mark in recent months but looks to have plenty on his plate here.'

'Three fair runs since 7f win off 4lb lower; visor going on could help but poorly drawn.'

'Won a maiden in Australia but the form of his six local trials is underwhelming.'

'Yet to finish outside the first two; sure to be popular with Purton taking over in saddle.'

'Highly consistent sort who continues to run well despite big rise in weights during 2024.'

'Beaten favourite in four of last six; usually runs his race; has an each-way shout.'

'Did not have a clear run yet still prevailed by a neck over C&D last time; now 7lb higher.'

'Showed promise three weeks ago on return from long layoff; this looks a stronger race.'

'Trailblazer who has been way below his best in each of his last seven starts.'