FABRICE (1) is a consistent performer with three minor placings from four starts this time in work. Continued the trend last start when runner-up over 1400m at Echuca after he was prominent throughout. Finds a perfect assignment and can get the job done. STEADFAST (5) registered her first win last start over 1500m at Mornington, getting home by 2.25 lengths. Logan Bates was in the saddle on that occasion and retains the ride. Can go right on with the job now. WHATELEY (2) recorded his first win last start over 1400m at this track, getting home by 0.8 lengths. Sparingly raced and has more to offer. One of the likely contenders despite the step up in grade. LAVA DELTA (7) broke her maiden last start over 1500m at Mornington, scoring by 0.8 lengths. Adam McCabe was in the saddle on that occasion and retains the mount. Tougher assignment this time but is one of the main contenders.