BAT MATSON (2) settled close to the pace then found the lead but but couldn't finish the race off and could only manage fourth last start over 2044m at Maitland, that effort coming after a win at this track the run before. No excuses from this advantageous draw and has the class to take care of this field. COOL NIGHT (5) scored at this circuit three runs ago but has been unplaced in two subsequent runs, the latest when fifth over 2030m here, beaten 16 metres. This should be an easier assignment so he is sure to prove tough to beat. HAY THERE JOE (10) should be at his peak for this. Finished fourth over 2030m at this course at the latest appearance six days ago. Sure to give the top fancies plenty to think about. PET KITTY (1) is worth some thought despite her last-start ninth over 1609m at this venue on January 3. Can bounce back from the pegs draw.