POWERFUL ARCTIC (8) was sent out favourite last time and scored by 3 lengths over today's trip at this track. Has a good record at this course and distance, including a win and two placings. Expected to measure up. BLACK SUN (1) came home strongly last start to finish second, beaten half a length, over 1700m at this track. Among the leading chances. SKYLOR TAEHA (5) broke through for his maiden win over 1400m at this track last time. Is lightly raced and has plenty of scope for improvement. Shaping up nicely and he is one of the main chances. K SOCKS (4) turned in a modest performance when ninth last time out over 1300m at this track, beaten 8 lengths, after a win at this track at the previous outing. Finds a suitable race and can figure in the finish.