XCALIBUR (9) is progressing strongly having won his last two outings at Dubbo, leading to cruise home in his maiden before digging deep to salute last time. A back row draw presents a new challenge but with even luck he can continue to work through his grades. KIRPHILBRI (1) had been building towards a maiden win and it arrived at Dubbo last start when he led from a couple of spots wider and kept going to score by 3m. Has the speed to take advantage of the ace draw so could take the next step. YARRAMAN TILLY (8) will enjoy the return to a venue where she has raced three times for two wins. VINNYSGAL (2) hasn't raced since August but was readied with two trials. Placed in both previous fresh attempts and draws well.