CONGHUA GALAXY (9) gets the nod after a strong first local run, finishing third at this track and beaten a length and a half by Alpha Strike despite being unwanted in the market. He'd trialled well going in and the wide draw is a big tick for the straight course. Better for that run now and he can raise the bar. LAHORE (14) resumes after closing last campaign with two CL4 wins at this venue, including a head win from Beauty Thunder. Up in grade now, but he's shown good ability and his figures suggest he's capable at this level. Can extend his winning streak without surprising. INVINCIBLE STEED (10) was only just under two lengths away in that same Alpha Strike race and owns a reliable 1000m record. SMART OINK (6) is the fresh local wildcard, last seen winning at Caulfield after a close Sandown-Lakeside placing. Trial coming in was solid and he can feature in his HK debut.