GROUCHOS BADGER (3) has a strong record this track and trip with five wins and three placings from 13 starts. Was out of the placings last time (17.83) at this track in a D2, finishing fourth and beaten 9 lengths. Looks a leading chance on best. EASY WEAPON (5) goes very well this trip starting 10 times for four wins and four minors. In the money last time at this track (17.42) in a D2, finishing a 1.5 lengths third. Looks one of the chances. BALLYMAC BRETT (1) jumped from this trap last time and placed in a D2 at this track over 275m, finishing third (17.18). Has a very consistent record off this same box, including 25 wins and 38 placings from 99 starts. Harder here but will be in this for a long way. MAKEIT WHISPER (6) impressed last start, winning in good time. Among the hopes.