GIA GIA RIM (4) returned last time with a solid second at this track over 1400m. Suitably placed to crack the maiden win. REINA ESCONDIDA (9) made progress last time out, finishing 4 lengths from the winner in second at the end of 1300m at this track. Nicely placed to give this a mighty shake. ASPIRA A SER (8) finished 7 lengths away in fifth last time out over 1200m at this track seven-and-a-half weeks ago as $4.5 favourite. Steps up in journey today. Has the gate speed to take up a forward position. One of the main contenders. EXPRESS NOVA (3) could only manage fourth two runs back then improved last start but found one better over 1400m at this track, beaten 6 lengths. Finds a nice race and can secure another top-three finish.