THE CUBAN (2) doesn't boast the best winning strike rate but ran a nice race last time out, finishing second and beaten only a long neck over 1209m at Echuca when he made late ground. Has the ability to produce another positive result. FREDDY'S SHOCK (6) settled well back then made some inroads and finished 3.5 lengths away in seventh last time out over 1200m at Wagga Riverside three weeks ago. Steps up in journey today. Sure to run well. ALPINE ROSE (9) did her best work late to finish third at very long odds at her latest appearance at Wagga Riverside over 1200m. Should park just off the speed. Sure to be competitive. DEBOUT BELLE (12) produced another moderate effort last start when 6 lengths from the winner in 11th over 1400m at Echuca at the second run back from a spell. Well placed to make amends.