LAVRA JOE (1) is a eight-time winner at black-type level who was out of the placings in a much weaker field last time out over 1730m at this track, beaten 12 metres into fifth. Ideally drawn and can make amends. OTIS (2) is looking for black-type success after suffering a defeat last time out a much weaker race over 1730m at this track, arriving 7 metres behind the winner. Ideally drawn and can play a big role. BETTER ECLIPSE (4) is a eight-time winner at this level who tackled a much weaker contest last time out and could only manage fourth, beaten 8 metres over 1730m at this track. Drawn well so watch for a much better run. HOTLY PURSUED (5) comes here fresh from a second a week ago over 1730m at this track, beaten 6 metres. Top-shelf performer who is a genuine danger.