EL MENTALISTA (1) progressed nicely last time out to finish less than a length from the winner in second over 1000m at this track. It doesn't get any easier, but on his best form, he is right in contention. CARLUCCI (3) scored at his most recent appearance, getting home by almost a length over 1000m at this track as favourite. That continued the good form this campaign, with eight wins and eight minor placings from 23 runs. Can measure up again. DON PACHALO (5) finished fourth two runs back, then improved last start, but found a couple better over 1000m at this track, beaten 4 lengths. Stick with him. PECADO INCONFESABLE (7) ran fourth at his latest appearance over 1300m at this track, clocking in 3.5 lengths from the winner. Can give this a shake.