PAW ULTRA (1) was below best at his last start when 8th at Mt Gambier following a second place finish (29.54) at Sandown two back. Tough to beat if on-song. MATT LOCH (2) is a fast beginner who has shown good improvement at his last two starts, the latest scoring at this track over 460m. Recorded the quickest time on the card last start. Significant danger. ZIPPING HOPKINS (3) could manage only third at Horsham last time but caught the eye when clocking a powerful 27.14 over 485m at Horsham the start prior. Top win two back and rates a key player again. TAKUMI BALE (8) is worth including.