RULING DAME (6) continued the good recent form when she finished just half a length away in second last time out over 1400m at this track. Has been thereabouts without winning and gets her chance to break through. SO LIKABLE (2) was out of the money two runs back then again missed the frame last start over 1300m at this track, beaten 3 lengths into fifth after being in the firing line on the corner. Looks well placed so expect a big run this time. KAKADU (3) settled well back then made a little ground and finished 2.25 lengths away in fourth last time out over 1100m at this track when fresh from a spell. Steps up in distance today. Backmarker who keeps coming. Winning claims on best figures. KELLY'S LI ZA LU (5) raced below her best last time when seventh over 1300m at this track, beaten 4 lengths. Has her share of talent and can do a lot better.