WELWITSCHIA (9) finished third behind Hope Etoile at this track over this distance at his latest outing. Has never missed the frame at this course, including three wins and two placings. One of the major players. GRAND PICNIC (2) was far from disgraced when second last start after being in contention on the turn over 1600m at this track, beaten 0.8 lengths. That followed a win at this track the start prior. Best figures measure up. Sure to run well. HOPE ETOILE (7) strode forward early from his wide draw to settle just off the lead last start then lifted to score by a nose at this track over 1600m. Expected to feature. DIGEST (4) showed good early speed and raced on the pace last start before fading to finish tenth, beaten 6 lengths, over 1600m at this track. Sure to give a sight.