ELUSIVE WINTER (6) Ran 3rd last run here. Shows good early pace. Putting up notable efforts this campaign. Winning hope. NORDIC CHIEF (1) Came in 7th last start at this venue. Happy to forgive that run and has drawn to do little work. Coming to a new trainer. Displays good tactical speed. Has the ability to figure. GIMMELIGHTNING (3) Disappointing effort when 9th last start at this venue. Prefers to settle towards the rear. Will be competitive. EMPIRE STATE (5) Ran 5th last time around here. Can show a better performance this time but back to a shorter trip. Aldo Domeyer is a key booking. No surprise to see a forward showing and one of the main hopes in this race.