HEY PAL (6) raced on the speed last start and battled on well but found one better over 1673m at this track (Dirt). Has been in sound form this prep with a win and four minor placings from six outings. Should be hard to stop. MUSCLE SHOALS (5) ran a better race last start to finish a close third over 1207m at this track after missing the placings at the previous appearance. Looks well placed so expect another big run. PALPABLE (1) scored last start at this track (Dirt) to make it two wins from three starts this campaign. One of the primary contenders again. INONIT (3) has been kept fresh since finishing fourth over 1609m at this track (Dirt) five weeks ago. Was a determined winner two starts back. Has the pace to be in a prominent position from the outset. One of the better hopes.