NORTHAM BEACH (10) has the clearest winning profile after breaking through at Perak, where he beat Perfect Mission by just over a length and was again respected near the top of betting. He is third-up, has one win and one placing from four starts at this distance, and the weight relief adds to the appeal. BANKER'S SECRET (4) is the main danger after missing by only a head at this track as the well-supported favourite, with proven track-and-distance form and a 3kg claim in his favour. LEATHERHEAD (6) is an old campaigner but comes off a sound third over 1600m at this venue and has placed two times from four starts at this track and distance. THE WILD CHIEF (14) was only beaten just over two lengths last start after winning by three lengths the run prior, and his record over this course and distance keeps him right in the contest.