IOWNA MERC (1) settled well back last start and never threatened when 5 lengths from the winner in 15th over 1600m in the G1 Doncaster Mile at Randwick. Finds a suitable assignment and can turn things around. TRANSATLANTIC (5) returns from a break of four-and-a-half months. Consistent performer last prep whose most recent appearance resulted in a win over 1400m at Eagle Farm. Nicely placed to kick off another successful campaign. SANDPAPER (4) scored at his most recent appearance, getting home by a long neck over 1400m at Randwick. That continued the solid form this campaign, with three wins and three minor placings from seven runs. Among the leading players again. RUSTIC STEEL (3) finished 11th over 2000m in the G3 Summer Cup at Randwick at his most recent appearance on December 26. One to consider.