GUNNER BAY (2) is a distance specialist who improved sharply on his fourth two starts back at this track (Dirt) with a win as public elect over 1207m at this track (Dirt) six weeks ago, getting home by one length. Meets some better types this time but he has the ability to test this field. BIG HAT WILLIE (6) has switched yards since finishing fourth four weeks ago over 1207m at this track. One of the genuine hopes in the race. ART FAIR (3) went forward and proved too strong when resuming last time out, scoring by 2 lengths over 1207m at this track (Dirt). Must raise the bar but another big run is on the cards. TRUST ISSUES (4) is a last-start winner over 1308m at this track (Dirt), showing good early speed on the occasion and leading throughout to score by half a length. Commendable record at this trip with a win and seven minor placings and must be respected.