ANCIENT MISSION (4) progressed nicely last time out to finish just 0.6 lengths from the winner in third over 1400m at Beaudesert after being in contention on the bend. Ideally placed and is sure to give this a mighty shake. SHABOOH SHALAA (3) showed little early speed last start and failed to come on in the straight when sixth, beaten 6 lengths, over 1400m at Rockhampton. Ideally placed and is sure to play a pivotal role. SMOKIN' DE QUO (6) progressed nicely last time out to finish just 1.75 lengths from the winner in third over 1400m at Rockhampton after being in the firing line on the bend. Finds a more suitable contest and can get the job done. FINE AND RARE (8) showed good early speed last start before boxing on well and finishing third, beaten 4.5 lengths, over today's trip at Rockhampton. This doesn't look as hard so he is a major player.