MON SIOUX (5) ran fourth at his latest appearance over 1400m at this track, clocking in 3.5 lengths from the winner. Will be hard to beat. KHABESA (8) made progress last time out, finishing 3 lengths from the winner in third at the end of 1400m at this track. Has her share of ability. Hard to beat in this suitable race. FERNANDO (6) missed the placings two starts back then ran a better race and finished 4.5 lengths away in sixth last time out over 1600m at Lyon-Parilly. Must raise the bar but he has the ability to test this field. SAKHARAH (12) hasn't been far away lately, last time out finishing just 1.75 lengths back in fourth over 1400m at this track. Has the pace to settle in the leading division. One of the better hopes.