VIRTUOUS CIRCLE (3) has been out of the winner's list for a long time, last start finishing fourth at this track over 2540m. Placed to advantage so expect a better run this time. BOLD SOUL (4) has progressed nicely in his last couple of runs. Finished second at this track two starts back then scored by half a length as public elect last time out over 2540m at this track. Finds a suitable race and can build on that last-start success. GOLDENSTATEWARRIOR (8) is racing well and is close to a win, the latest effort a solid third at this track over 2540m after being in contention all the way. Suitably placed so anticipating another big run. DIWALI (5) proved too strong two runs ago at Sandown-Lakeside. Couldn't follow that up last time out when eighth over 2540m at this track, beaten 6 lengths. Looks well placed so expect a better run this time.