THUNDEROUS (2) will strip fitter for this after running below expectations first-up at this track, finishing fifth and beaten 5 lengths over 1200m. Finds a nice race and can make amends. ELITE CAPTAIN (1) is fresh from a spell of nine months and did hit the frame when last resuming at Werribee over 1108m. In a different yard now. Likely to play a major role. IRONSTORM (6) led into the straight last start over 1200m at this track but could not sustain the pressure and finished sixth. Should be poised just off the lead. Capable of testing this field. FOREVER SIXTY ONE (9) returns after eight months in the paddock. Closed the last campaign with a 11th over 1200m at Matamata. Nicely placed and can figure in the finish.