DUBAI'S POTIKI (3) had been racing consistently with two minor placings on end prior to finishing seventh most recently over 2100m at Ellerslie. Back to the track at which he finished second two runs back. Better than last start and is a leading hope this time. GALLANT HERO (2) progressed nicely last start to finish a close second over 2100m at Woodville after missing the placings at the previous appearance. Steps up a level but he is good enough to take this out. COMEDY (1) has two placings from four starts this prep and last start finished 1.5 lengths from the winner in second over 2100m at Waverley. In the mix again. LATEST MODEL (8) did a little better last start at the second run of the campaign, finishing fifth over 1600m at Wanganui. Ready to peak.