SAM'S PROMISE (6) was in the firing line on the corner and progressed nicely last start to finish a close second over 1710m at this track after missing the placings at the previous appearance. Well placed and there is no reason he cannot find winning ways. CHEROKEE SUNRISE (8) is racing well. Scored at North Dakota Horse Park (Dirt) two back then finished third, beaten 1.75 lengths, over 1408m at North Dakota Horse Park (Dirt) at the latest appearance two-and-a-half weeks ago. Has the pace to be in a prominent position from the outset. Leading contender. CHARMING CHARLIE (1) improved last time out, finishing 6 lengths from the winner in second at the end of 1609m at this track. Perfectly placed and is sure to be there at the finish. FREE MAKER (3) is building towards a win with placings at his last two runs, the latest effort a third over 1710m at this track when beaten 6 lengths. Big chance to break through.