SENOR RUBEN (9) was narrowly beaten last start when second in a small field over 1006m at this track (Dirt) at the first run of the campaign. Should park just off the speed. Will give a great sight. BIG SKOOKUM (1) returned from a break last start with a mediocre fifth over 1006m at this track (Dirt) after travelling back in the field from the outset. Well placed and there is no reason he cannot find winning ways. LORD BLOCK (4) returned from a spell two-and-a-half weeks ago when he was beaten 20 lengths into fourth over 1006m at Hawthorne. Fitter and sure to run well. THEOLDRUGGEDCROSS (8) was prominent into the straight when resuming last start but weakened to finish sixth over 1006m at this track (Dirt). Has the pace to settle in the leading division. Must be respected.