TIME FOR RESTRAINT (7) followed an unplaced effort first-up two runs back with a third last start over 1006m at this track after being in contention on the turn. Nicely placed to play a pivotal role. VALIANT WINTER (5) has been in the money four times including first-up last start on October 18 when third over 1106m at this track (Synthetic). Has a sound record here with four top-three finishes from six starts. Sure to prove very tough to beat. JAKER (1) is a two-start maiden who placed on debut then could only manage seventh last start, beaten 10 lengths over 1106m at this track (Dirt). Leading player based on that debut performance. LODATO (4) returned from a spell three-and-a-half weeks ago when he was beaten 6 lengths into sixth over 1207m at Aqueduct. Likely improver with top-three prospects.
