SUSSEX DUCHESS (7) raced once in the maiden preparation when fourth at Geelong over 1221m back on December 5. Much better for that run and can get off the mark this time. SHAMATEUR (5) wound up strongly last time out to finish 0.9 lengths adrift in third over 1000m at this track. Harry Coffey has registered two minor placings when on board. Will strip fitter and is one of the big chances. ORTIGIAN GIRL (6) resumes from a spell of four-and-a-half months after two solid runs during the maiden campaign, the latest a fourth over 1200m at Mornington. Has trialled two times leading into this and can get off the mark this time. MOAKSUN (3) finished second last time over 1100m at Ballarat when resuming from a spell, beaten 2.75 lengths. Will trim down second-up. Suitably placed so anticipating another forward showing.