KOSUKE (17) was out of the money two runs back then again missed the frame last start over 2400m at Randwick Kensington, beaten 3 lengths into seventh after being in contention on the bend. Going up a level this time but he is up to the challenge. CASUAL CONNECTION (5) started at $7.50 last time and ran below expectations, finishing fifth and beaten 1.4 lengths at Randwick Kensington over 2400m after being in contention on the turn. Needs to be at his best to beat this field but he has the ability to mix it with them. CORMAC T (9) returned from a break of four months with a solid third last start at Canterbury over 1550m when he was up on the pace all the way. Won't be bothered by this longer journey. Among the leading chances. OUR BAMBINO (13) saluted two runs ago then turned in a nice run last time out when second over 2100m at Tamworth, beaten 1.1 lengths. Well placed and can make amends.