PINE BLUFF (1) held her own to the line last start and filled a minor placing, beaten only 0.8 lengths (24.87) behind Gumtree Hill at this track. Was a winner at her only start from this draw. One of the contenders. BOLD DAZZLER (2) has been beaten for early speed lately, last time finishing seventh (24.90) in a Grade 6 at this track. Has a good record here including two wins. The form out of last race has been strong. One of the main contenders. WHISKY BALLERINA (3) showed little early speed at her last couple, the latest finishing fourth (25.90) in a Mix 6/7 at Warrnambool. Likely to be about the mark. LIFE AWAITS (7) boasts a solid strike-rate over this track and distance.