RIVER WHARFE (1) defied a lack of market support last start, scoring by a nose over 1620m at this track. Form here at this distance is sound with three wins and two minor placings from seven starts. Among the leading chances. BEAR TO DREAM (7) scored at this track last time out with 1.3 lengths in reserve at the end of 1410m. Yet to miss the frame in six starts over this course and distance. Ryan Kavanagh stays aboard. Expecting a bold showing. COMEDIAN LEADER (2) is coming off a last-start fourth, beaten 1.5 lengths, over 1620m at this track. One of the key chances. POETIC FORCE (3) is experiencing a long win drought, extended last start when fourth over 1600m at this track. Hard to beat in this suitable race.