MAN TALK (9) stands out in this contest. She went well at Doomben and then was beaten 1L here over a touch shorter. Keeps the handy 2kg claim and maps for the run of the race. She should have them well covered. Much tougher sorting the remainder. PREFER TO DANCE (5) placed his only go over the trip. He mixes the form, but he would form the quinella if he put his best foot forward. ALZURRI (2) was good over a mile here two back. He gives away starts and may appreciate the step up to the middle distance. BAD BOY BOONE (3) is another one who may appreciate the longer journey. Maps well but has to improve plenty to threaten. I'M THAT GUY (4) found a place here over this trip 42 days ago but was beaten 7L at long odds.