PRINCESS MICKAYLA (6) has had nearly seven weeks off since her last attempt in stronger company in the city. Tackled the Regional Championships prior, coming from a similar barrier to this to win a heat at this circuit and distance. This suits. LEOTA (1) is an interesting runner having his first run back from a spell of eight months. Only raced once in the maiden preparation for a win by 12 metres at Bathurst and has joined top trainer Luke McCarthy since. Readied with a city trial and gets the ace draw for his return. TWO TICKS (2) should strip fitter and draws well so is hard to overlook after coming from the back row to score first-up by 2 metres at this venue. THE CID (5) can be competitive after coming from the second line and finishing fourth here last time out.