ROYAL RIDDLE (5) missed the placings two runs back then improved last start but found one better over 1609m at this track, beaten 7 lengths after being prominent at the corner. Has his share of ability. Hard to beat in this suitable race. CENTRAL SPIRIT (1) did a fair job on debut last time out, finishing 5.5 lengths from the winner in second over 1308m at this track (Dirt). Can open winning account this time. ALWAYS HONEST (6) was in the firing line on the corner and finished third last start at the first run back from a spell over 1207m at this track (Dirt), beaten 1.75 lengths. Meeting a deeper field this time but he has the ability to mix it with them. HURRICANE KAZ (2) finished 13 lengths away in sixth at his last appearance over 1408m in stakes class at this track (Dirt) on December 6. Cannot be ruled out in this suitable assignment.