NOBU SOUL (8) started at $7.30 last time and ran below expectations, finishing fifth and beaten 28 lengths at this track over 1500m. Looks well placed so expect a big run this time. LAMBERT (9) resumes. Didn't make an impact at his only run last prep on 21/01/2025, finishing fifth and beaten 5 lengths over 1500m at this track. Has a high cruising speed. Will prove tough to beat. FALSTAFF (2) was comfortably accounted for when fifth last time out over 1400m at this track, beaten 3 lengths. That followed a win at this track at the previous outing. Likely improver with strong prospects. LONGO AMOR (4) progressed nicely last time out to finish just 1.3 lengths from the winner in second over 1000m at this track. Likely improver who looks sure to play a big role.