NEW MATTHEW (9) was out of the money when resuming from a spell last start over 1609m at this track, beaten 13 lengths. Beautifully placed and is sure to be there at the finish. PERCY (7) returned from a spell four weeks ago when he was beaten 18 lengths into eighth over 1207m at this track. Fitter and sure to run well. TAP IT EASY (4) was in contention on the turn and finished third last start over 1106m at this track (Dirt), beaten 4.5 lengths. Nicely placed to take this out. RENAISSANCE MAN (3) turned things around last start and scored by half a length over 1609m at this track (Dirt). Well placed to feature in the finish again.