IRON STAR (2) turned in a sound effort last time when third over 1300m at this track. Back in trip this time. Nice run last time and should be in the finish. KASHGAR (4) is backing up today after scoring last time out at this track. Boasts a strong winning record when backing up quickly with three past successes. Rates a strong chance today. GRAN MANUEL (1) turned in a solid run when resuming last start over this course and distance, finishing second and beaten only 0.8 lengths. Has good early speed so should take up a forward position. Will be in this for a long way. DON PACHALO (5) was safely held when fifth last time out over 1000m at this track, beaten 11 lengths, after a win at this track at the previous outing. Finds a suitable race and can play a major role.