HAWTHORN SPEED (2) was strongly fancied last time but finished third (17.43), beaten 0.7 lengths. Capable of going well again. DA REALL SQUAD (6) finds it hard to win but has a consistent overall record, having placed 77 of 132 career runs. Has finished in the money at the last four runs. Has a good record at this journey. Leading chance. SALACRES LORELEI (4) had been racing in honest fashion recording four placings in a row before finishing fourth (17.55) at this track latest. Has performed well from this box with a win and five minor placings to her name from 12 starts. Better than the latest run and deserves another chance. LINKS GLORIA (3) collected a minor prize last start out of the same box - must be considered.