LORD PROTECTOR (4) is yet to find the frame in two runs since resuming from a spell, the latest when fourth over 1200m at this track after he was in contention on the bend. Should be peaking now and is all set to find winning form. SIRIUS FLYER (10) turned in a modest performance when 12th last time out over 1450m at Muswellbrook, beaten 49 lengths. That followed a win at Quirindi at the previous outing. Looks well placed so expect a better run this time. TO BE FRANK (5) finished sixth over 1500m at Rosehill last time out following a determined win two back. This is far easier. Capable of testing this field. BIG SHORT (7) progressed nicely last time out to finish just 1.5 lengths from the winner in second over 1600m at Coonamble. Finds a nice race and can secure another top-three finish.