PROVOKER (1) was prominent at the corner and progressed nicely last start to finish a close third over 1350m at Doomben after missing the placings at the previous appearance. Perfectly placed and is sure to take plenty of stopping. STAR OF ASCOT (4) looks close to a win after finishing in the money at both runs, the latest when second at Toowoomba over 1200m. Should park just off the speed. Best figures should see him run well. LADY WINDERMERE (10) ran a better race last start at her second trip to the races, finishing fourth over 1400m at this track. Coming along nicely and should be in the finish. SHIP HAPPENS (8) produced another moderate effort last start when 7 lengths from the winner in eighth over 1350m at Doomben at the second run back from a spell. Has his share of talent and is a top-three prospect.