WIN HERBIE WIN (3) ran very well first up then drifted back and was never a factor last time, beaten 6 lengths into fifth over 1207m at Thistledown (Dirt). In a nice race and deserves another chance. SHADOWY (5) showed good early pace last time and battled on gamely to finish just 0.9 lengths from the winner in third over 1710m at Listed level at Thistledown (Dirt). Worth noting Laureano Sosa goes aboard. Finds an easier assignment and can take the major honours. STAGE NAME (4) is coming along nicely this prep. Finished fourth when fresh from a spell two starts back in stakes class at this track (Dirt) then improved and scored as public elect over 1207m at Thistledown (Dirt) two weeks ago, getting home by 3 lengths after being in contention on the corner. Worth noting Angel I Diaz goes aboard. Has the ability to build on that fine effort last start. GOLDEN FLAG (6) was prominent at the bend and finished third last time over 1207m at Thistledown (Dirt), beaten 9 lengths. Will trim down following recent racing. Nicely placed to fill a top-three spot again.