OUTDISTANCE (4) ran below expectations last time at this track over 1000m, finishing fourth and beaten 5 lengths. Drawn to go forward. Best form puts him right in this. NEGRESCO (7) did well to score at this track two runs ago. Not disgraced last time out when second over 1000m at this track, beaten 1.3 lengths. Has a solid record at this course and distance, including a win and eight minor placings. It doesn't get any easier but on his best form he is one of the chief contenders. TEA HUPO'O (3) finished second at this track and distance at his last appearance ten weeks ago. Definite top-three chance. HEART TIGER (2) won on debut last time out three weeks ago over 1000m at this track, getting home by a nose. Has definite claims.