HOPPALONGPOG (2) made an encouraging return when edged out by a nose in his first outing for seven months here two back then drew wide and broke last time. Draws much better and goes well at this distance. Should be race fit third-up so can win if he gets it right. HEZA VINCENT (8) was an easy maiden winner at Dubbo in just his third outing two back then did it easily again last time, racing parked before drawing clear to cruise home by 16m at Young. Cops the outside draw this time but has upside. BAM BAM BROOK (3) drew on the back row when tackling Listed level last start so will enjoy a class drop. Led to be beaten less than 2m here prior so can take advantage of a good draw. GIFTED BRIGADE (4) weakened out when well fancied last time but was good when winning from a wide barrier prior so is capable of much better.