THUNDERBOLT WAY returns off a long break as a gelding, but looked forward when coasting along in front and not tested in Geelong 1000m jumpout. Prior to spell ran 2nd best last 200m of race in town behind top class 3yo Observer. Those metro races suggested 1600m would suit him. Flemington race has thrown a stack of subsequent winners. ONLINE PROFILE trialled well enough at Traralgon over 1430m to think this trip will be perfect. Given a couple of reminders and definitely focussed up after that finishing off solidly. SO VOGUE had a veterinary issue last time, had minor throat surgery since, when stepped right out in distance. Definite chance on two runs at the trip at Wangaratta when he got forward from wide draw like here. MIDNIGHT EAGLE dry track record not flash, but maybe could be more related to those races being over shorter trips?