DIWALI (7) has progressed nicely in his last couple of runs. Finished second at Sandown-Hillside two starts back then scored by 2.75 lengths last time out over 3200m in the LR Sandown Cup at Sandown-Lakeside. Finds a suitable race and can figure in the finish. GOLDENSTATEWARRIOR (8) is close to breaking through, last start finishing just half a length away in third over 2520m at this track after being in contention all the way. Taking on a better field but he is up to the task. BOLD SOUL (5) progressed nicely last time out to finish just a head from the winner in second over 2520m at this track after being in contention on the turn. Taking on a better field but he is worth serious consideration. SLANE (14) led throughout last start to score an effortless 3.5 lengths win over 2400m at Sandown-Lakeside. Must be included.