VIA DEL CORSO (2) is racing well and is close to a win, the latest effort a solid second at Hawthorne (Dirt) over 1106m after being in contention all the way. Drawn to stalk the leaders. Steps up a level but he is up to the task. HAND OVER MY HEART (3) turned in a modest performance when tenth last time out over 1207m at this track, beaten 16 lengths. That followed a win at this track at the previous outing. Tackling a more suitable race so he can play a big role. GALLANT BUCK (1) finished fourth two runs back at this track (Dirt) then improved last time out to score by 1.5 lengths after being prominent at the bend over 1207m at this track (Dirt). Must raise the bar but another big run is on the cards. GRANDDADDYLONGLEGS (5) was beaten 5 lengths into fourth at the second run back from a break in a 1106m contest at this track at his latest appearance. Suitably placed so can turn things around.