HEAD LAD (4) was out of the money two runs back then again missed the frame last start when he got a long way back over 1710m at this track, beaten 29 lengths into sixth. Finds a suitable assignment and can get the job done. THEO'S THUNDER (2) did his best work late and finished 4 lengths from the winner in fourth last start over 1408m at this track, an improvement on his fifth at this track the run before. Finds a nice race and can feature in the finish. VALHALLA'S PALACE (7) turned in an eye catching run last time when kept coming to finish third at this track (Dirt). Suited at the longer journey and rates among the leading chances. STRIVE FOR STRIDE (5) missed the placings two runs back then didn't do any better last start when 14 lengths away in sixth over 1710m at this track. No surprise to see him in the mix.