COSMO CONQUEST (1) looks close to a win, finishing in the placings at his last couple of runs including a third most recently over 1400m at this track when beaten 3.5 lengths. Top chance. MELO PEARL (10) showed good early speed and raced on the pace last start before fading to finish 12th, beaten 8 lengths, over 1600m at this track. Well placed and expected to feature. KAZU PIREAS (7) was out of the money two runs back then again missed the frame last start over 1600m at this track, beaten 9 lengths into fourth after being in the firing line on the turn. Looks well placed so expect a big run this time. RIC TORAJIRO O (2) was out of the money two runs back then again missed the frame last start over 1400m at this track, beaten 4.5 lengths into fifth. Has his share of ability and is a top-three prospect.