MAVERICK AMERICANO (3) improved last time out, finishing one length from the winner in second at the end of 1000m at this track. Perfectly placed and is sure to play a major role. ELTON JOHN (5) drew wide last time and was safely held when fifth over this track and trip. Has good early speed so should take up a forward position. Expected to be in the finish. SANTOS DUMONT (6) has been in the placings his past two starts, finishing second over 1200m at this track last time out. Has the pace to settle in the leading division. Capable of testing this field. SUBMARINO (8) missed the placings two runs back then didn't do any better last start when sixth over 1400m at this track. Finds a nice race and can make figure in the top 4.