MAGNIFICENT NINE (7) finds it hard to win with two victories from 24 starts. Again tasted defeat last start when fourth over 1600m at this track, beaten 3 lengths. Likely contender with strong prospects. ORIENTAL SMOKE (14) finished third two runs back at this track then improved last time out to score by a neck as favourite over 1800m at this track. Meeting a deeper field this time but he has the ability to mix it with them. FLYING LUCK (9) turned in a strong run last time when he settled well back before running on hard to be beaten only a neck into third over 1800m at this track. Form over this course and distance is solid with a win and three minor placings from six starts. Winning claims on best figures. WINNING GOLD (1) turned things around last start and landed the prize by 0.8 lengths over 1600m at this track. Suitably placed so anticipating another big run.