ABOLITIONIST (4) is close to breaking through after two consecutive placings, the latest coming when third over 905m at this track (Dirt) after being in contention all the way. Has the class to figure prominently. GRONKSFLYINSEAGULL (6) resumes in a similar race to his last run three-and-a-half months ago when fifth, beaten 6 lengths. Has switched to the Perez Michelle R Knoblauch stable. Strong chance to kick the campaign off on the right note. RENEGADE RABBIT (3) was out of the money two runs back then again missed the frame last start over 905m at this track, beaten 7 lengths into sixth. The engagement of V Rodriguez is noteworthy. Tackling a more suitable race this time so he is a major player. BLAMEITONMYROOTS (1) ran below expectations last time at this track (Dirt), finishing seventh and beaten 10 lengths. Worth another chance.