FERNDALE BUCKO (2) hit the frame with a narrow second two runs back then claimed an A7 by 1.5 lengths at this track over 450m (28.40) last time. Key chance on latest effort and likely to feature again despite the rise in grade. GARREN ZULU (4) improved his time on first attempt here at the trip with a 1.3 lengths second in 28.26 latest. Looks a leading chance again. HONEST AND FRANK (3) returned a better run last time, finishing in the money (28.78) at this track behind Rattling West in an A5. Turned chasing the leaders but kept coming. Expected to be in this for a long way. MASCOT SAMSON (5) missed the placings here last start but is well-placed to atone.