KEAYANG SANTIAGO (9) hasn't been far from the placings in his last two outings at Menangle, last week coming from a wide barrier for fourth. Recorded a win and a placing the last two times he raced here so can go close with even luck from the back row. CHEVRON FLIES (3) turned in a good effort last start when she came from a wider barrier and scored by 6 metres. Should enjoy a nice run from this favourable starting position. Primary contender. LEXUS LOU (6) hasn't done a bad job to finish midfield in the last two outings at Menangle. Draws wide but kicked off the campaign with a Newcastle win the last time he raced outside of the city. MERRYWOOD TONY (1) is heading the right way, improving last time out to finish second at this circuit and distance. Gets the ace draw and should be peaking now.