AMERICAN DIRECTION (3) went forward and proved too strong when resuming last time out, scoring by 4.5 lengths over 1207m at this track (Dirt). Taking on a better line-up this time but he cannot be underestimated. STEP SLOW (6) returns after a spell of three-and-a-half months. Started the last campaign impressively when in the placings over 1207m at this track. Rates highly and should take some beating. COSSATOT (1) is back from a spell of nine weeks. Closed last prep with a second, beaten a nose, over 1207m at this track. Sure to measure up. COMMENDATORE (4) doesn't win very often but ran a strong race last time out over 1408m at this track (Dirt), finishing third and beaten a neck. Can play a big role.