NARIZ EMPINADO (6) is closing in on a win after two consecutive placings, the latest a second over 1300m at this track. Vagner Borges, who has three wins when partnering, stays on. Bold showing expected. THE WARRIOR (4) improved sharply on his fifth two starts back at this track with a win over 1500m at this track eight weeks ago, getting home by 4 lengths. Suitably placed so anticipating another big run. AGAPANTO SALTO (3) was safely held when fourth last time out over 1500m at this track. That followed a win at this track at the previous outing. Finds a suitable race and can play a major role. SWEET MARY HELEN (5) built on a nice third two starts back at this track with a win as the public elect over 1400m at this track two weeks ago, getting home by nearly a length. Nicely placed to go back-to-back.