TOPGEAR (4) is back after a break of eight months. Started the last campaign impressively when in the placings over 1600m at Deauville. Boasts a first-up record of two wins and two placings from four starts. Capable of playing a major role. LAKE FOREST (5) last appeared when successful by half a length over 1500m in the Golden Eagle at Rosehill six-and-a-half months ago, the only time he went to the races last prep. Has good early toe so he should be handy in the run. Best form puts him right in this. BEAUVATIER (3) lines up for the first time since October 19. Started the last campaign in good style when in the placings over 1600m at this track. Definite top-three chance. EXXTRA (7) opened this prep last start with a fourth, beaten 1.75 lengths, over 1400m at this track. One of the main contenders.