SOFOCLES (1) has strung together a couple of wins at this track, the latest on September 18 over 1006m when he scored by 0.8 lengths. Nicely placed to play a pivotal role. CARCONE (3) wound up strongly last time out to finish 0.9 lengths adrift in third over 1006m at this track. Has sound form at this track and distance with a win and three minor placings from five runs. Expected to go very well. ARAUCANO (2) started at $4 last time and ran below expectations, finishing seventh and beaten 5 lengths at this track (Synthetic) over 1006m. Suitably placed so anticipating a big run this time. IRON THE MONEY (4) progressed nicely last time out to finish just 0.8 lengths from the winner in second over 1006m at this track. Suitably placed so anticipating another big run.