DESERT DOG (3) has put together back-to-back placings, the latest when 5 lengths away in second over 2000m at this track when he was handy all the way. This looks a sterner test than last time but on his best form he is right in contention. MS GALORE (2) progressed nicely last time out to finish just a nose from the winner in second over 1800m at Greyville. Finds a tougher race but this looks well within her grasp. DIRECTOR (7) switches to synthetic for the first time. Finished 3.5 lengths back in fourth on turf over 1400m at Scottsville most recently. Likely to progress from that last run. In the mix. LIGHT THE FIRE (9) was beaten 2.25 lengths into fourth in a 1200m contest at Scottsville last time out. Suitably placed so can turn things around.