MEDATSU (10) went back early from his wide draw over 2000m in the LR Albury Gold Cup last time but hit the line strongly to finish fifth. Will drift back but is sure to prove tough to beat. BEAR ON THE LOOSE (8) returned from a break last start over 1600m and finished second at Hawkesbury. Starts today with a better weight. Has good early speed so should take up a forward position. Will prove tough to beat. MATUSALEM (2) crossed from an outside draw last time to stalk the lead before drawing clear to win by half a length over 2000m in the LR Albury Gold Cup. Expected to feature. MY BROTHERS KEEPER (9) wound up strongly last time out to finish 0.6 lengths adrift in third over 2000m at Albury. Patrick Moloney sticks. Solid claims on best form.