CROSS STATEMENT (8) comes here off a break of three-and-a-half months. Worth noting he filled a minor placing when returning from a spell last prep over 1200m at Ascot. Hasn't scored when fresh from a break but generally races well with seven minor placings. Expect him to play a major role. PLATINUM SHOT (7) was below her best last time when sixth over 1300m at Pinjarra Scarpside, beaten 3 lengths. Beautifully placed and is sure to be there at the finish. CHOP SUEY (6) finished third two runs back at Pinjarra Scarpside then improved last time out to score by 2 lengths over 1200m at Pinjarra. Has his share of talent. Hard to beat in this suitable race. BORDER FORCE (3) comes here off a break of six months. Worth noting he filled a minor placing when returning from a spell last prep over 1100m at this track. Hasn't scored when fresh from a break but generally races well with two minor placings. Has to be respected.