ACE WAR (8) won two in a row at Class 4 level then stepped up to this grade last start and just failed to match the finishing burst of this evening's rival The Auspicious. Has thrived since joining the Newnham yard and he looks perfectly placed to return to the winner's circle. LIVEANDLETLIVE (1) led but couldn't hold off Ace War and The Auspicious here three weeks ago. It's been over a year since the last win. Should enjoy a nice run on the speed and will be there at the business end again. THE AUSPICIOUS (6) staged a form reversal to get the cash here last time over a couple of this evening's key rivals. Up sharply in the weights but gets a cosy run from gate two and will be strong late again. KEEFY (2) brings a different form line and he has each-way claims based on some sound recent efforts.