ALADDINS JEM (7) finished out of the money on debut two starts back then was beaten 2.5 lengths when fourth in a 1600m contest at Tauranga two-and-a-half weeks ago. Likely improver with strong prospects. HEPHAESTUS (4) has been in the betting at both starts but has failed to live up to market expectations. Most recently finished seventh over 1600m at Pukekohe, beaten 10 lengths. Among the leading chances on his best figures. CUBAN REVOLUTION (2) is yet to break through in three runs. Finished ninth at his last appearance over 1600m at Ellerslie on April 5. Solid top-three chance on his best figures. LORD GOLIATH (1) is a six-start maiden who finished seventh, beaten 5.5 lengths, when resuming from a spell last start over 1400m at Pukekohe. Should progress from that last outing and poses a genuine threat.