SUAVE CHARLA (3) faced the starter for the first time last start and was just fair in finishing fifth at this track over 1000m, beaten 5 lengths. Has upside and deserves another chance. EL ITAKKA (7) didn't make an impact at his last run before going for a spell on 10/01/2025, finishing sixth and beaten 21 lengths over 1400m at this track. Strong chance to kick the campaign off on the right note. ARENALEJO (14) was below his best last time when ninth over 1000m at this track, beaten 8 lengths. Has the class to take this out. MANI TUEF (2) wasn't far off maiden success before a six months break, finishing the prep with a minor placing at this track. Re-unites with Gabriel Alejandro Sediari. Can kick off with a bold showing.