Former Kiwi SPORTING CHANCE (2) has been right there in all four runs since joining the new stable and looks to be working up to another victory. Ready for the step-up to the 1800m journey now and gets the services of Maloney in the irons. Rates the testing material. The well-related CAVALRY MAN (11) (half to G2 winner Positive Peace) has hit the top-five in all four runs this time in work and will be rock-hard fit for this. Capable of another forward performance. WALSH BAY (6) has hit a purple patch winning three of four this campaign and it's hard to knock mares in form. Has to be included despite the wide draw. NORTHERN DECREE (4) was a touch disappointing last time out but the two runner-up finishes prior were good enough for a race like this. Worth another chance. MENAZZI (3) is one from one over this track and trip and shouldn't be taken lightly.