HOWDY (5) has progressed nicely in his last couple of runs. Finished second at this track two starts back then landed the prize by one length last time out over 1400m at Cranbourne. Nicely placed to play a pivotal role. DAKARAI (4) drifted well back and failed to finish it off last start when sixth, beaten 6 lengths, over 1200m at Sale. Has his share of talent. Hard to beat in this suitable race. GAGO (6) was out of the money when resuming two runs back then again missed the frame last start when he settled well back over 1200m at this track, beaten 3.5 lengths into sixth. Finds a nice race and can figure in the finish. ALLIBOR (3) finished 2 lengths back in sixth over 2080m at Cranbourne last time out after a gutsy win two runs back. Backmarker who gets home hard. Solid claims on best form.