RUMOURS ABOUND (3) showed good early dash and raced on the speed last start before fading to finish 4 lengths back in sixth over 1100m at Caulfield. Will be on the speed in transit and is expected to take some running down. RUPERTS RED ROCKET (9) showed little early speed when resuming last start then picked up the bit in the straight to finish second at Wangaratta over today's journey. Well placed to feature again. BIG DAY OUT (6) is mixing his form, the latest effort a sixth over 1000m at Wangaratta. Has sound form at this track and distance with a win and seven minor placings from 11 runs. Should be involved in the finish. FLYING SULTAN (1) hasn't been able to break through for an extended period, the latest effort a 11th over 1200m at Warwick Farm after racing in the leading division. Placed to advantage so expect a bold run.