STRONGHOLD (1) was on a winning run of two races but last time out missed the frame when sixth over 1207m in the G1 Bing Crosby Handicap at this track (Dirt). Yet to miss the frame from four starts at the trip, including a win and should be hard to stop. DR VENKMAN (2) finished 5 lengths away in fifth last time out over 1207m at this track five weeks ago. Tackles a longer journey this time. Winning rider Umberto Rispoli sticks. Bold showing expected. BIG CITY LIGHTS (8) returns from the paddock after closing last prep with two consecutive wins, the most recent over 1207m in stakes class at Santa Anita (Dirt). Record at this journey is impressive with three wins and four placings from seven runs and should be involved in the finish. MOONLIGHT (7) is yet to find the winners' list this time in work but has two placings from three appearances this prep, finishing 1.5 lengths away in third most recently over 1207m at this track. Among the leading chances.