JUMBUK ARET (1) hit the ground running off the inside draw and there until late when holding on for a minor finishing second (22.61) at Shepparton in a Grade 5 over 390m. Rates highly and will give a great sight. NIMBOSTRATUS (2) recorded his best time this course and distance latest, finishing a long neck second behind Lapis Lazuli in 22.98. Looks a leading chance again. ROMAN EMPIRE (8) was safely held last time out, finishing seventh at Sale over 435m behind Parumba Cha Cha (26.09) in a Restricted WIN H. Key runner who gets his chance to atone. JONATHAN'S DREAM (4) comes into calculations after placing in a tight finish most recently.