KOVU (4) missed the placings two starts back when resuming then ran a better race and finished 0.7 lengths away in fourth last time out over 1600m at this track. Likely improver with strong prospects. FLYING SHELBY (3) is a three-start maiden who returned last time and finished fourth at Horsham over 1400m, beaten 1.75 lengths. Can come on from that run and looks a serious contender. SHADEELAA (7) settled well back from a good draw last time before running on solidly to finish fourth, beaten 2 lengths, over 1512m at Geelong. Can play a role in the finish. ELATION AND JOY (9) finished second last time over 1400m at Horsham, beaten one length. Will trim down following recent racing. Suitably placed so anticipating another strong effort.