KEEFILL APOLLO (2) has been beaten for early speed lately, last time finishing fourth (28.39) in a B2 at this track. Has a good record at this journey. Should bounce back. SPORTING VENUS (6) comes here after a fast win at this track over 450m in 28.14. Harder here but expected to measure up. GROUCHOS PANTHER (3) broke through for his maiden success last time out at this track over 450m (28.24). Remains without a win from the draw but has been in the placings two times from three attempts. Leading player again. RUFFIAN KIMBER (4) placed last time and cannot be ignored.