WESTERN EMPIRE (1) came from well back on cornering and hit the line strongly to score over 1600m in the G3 Hyperion Stakes at Pinjarra Scarpside last time out. William Pike who has eight wins when partnering stays on. Well placed and should be in the finish. BUCKETS RIDGE (8) resumed over 1600m in the G3 Hyperion Stakes at Pinjarra Scarpside last start and could only manage eighth, beaten 3.5 lengths. Has a strong record when second-up, including two wins, and is suited getting to the longer journey for the first time. Leading chance. HEMLOCK STONE (3) got well back over 1600m in the G3 Hyperion Stakes at Pinjarra Scarpside last time and never threatened, eventually finishing 4.5 lengths away in 12th. Clint Johnston-Porter gets the best out of this five-year-old gelding. Likely improver with strong prospects. ADMIRATION EXPRESS (10) ran a better race when second up last time out, finishing fourth over 1600m in the G3 Hyperion Stakes at Pinjarra Scarpside. Ready to show her best.