This is a tough start. BRILLIANT BULLANT ran too well on the synthetic last time to ignore. He produced the meeting's fastest final 200m. He came from the tail. His two efforts prior on heavy ground were ok. He shared the lead at Echuca so while he may've appreciated getting away from the heavy, the quiet ride might also be the key. SALUDAR returns gelded after two good runs in his first prep. His jump outs have been on synthetic. Have no idea how he will handle a wet track but do think he has the best form. Stablemate CHAMPAGNE ANYONE has jumped out ok. COSMIC COMMAND ran well 1st up. Have no idea how she will handle soft turf. FRENCH ACCORD is flying and a guarantee in the conditions. Wish she drew better. LUSCOMBE has jumped out ok. SIDURI was ok first go which was on a H9.