BEAR ON THE LOOSE (5) showed good early speed then led into the straight last start before fighting on to finish second, beaten 0.7 lengths, over 2400m in the LR Winter Cup at Rosehill. Well-placed and is going to prove tough to run down. DON DIEGO DE VEGA (10) is yet to fill a placing in two runs since resuming from a spell, the latest when fifth over 2400m in the LR Winter Cup at Rosehill. Will strip fitter and will be tough to beat. HALF YOURS (12) was sent out favourite last time when a close second over 2000m at Rosehill. Weight reduction will suit. Is in top form this preparation, chalking-up two wins. One of the main contenders. HOPEFUL (7) progressed nicely last time out to finish just 1.1 lengths from the winner in third over 2400m at Rosehill. No surprise to see him in the frame.