BASIL (3) could only manage fourth when resuming two runs back then improved last start but found one better over 1207m at this track, beaten only half a length after being in the firing line on the turn. Looks well placed so expect another big run. RANK RANDY (4) wasn't far away on debut last start over 1106m at this track (Dirt), finishing fourth and beaten 5 lengths. Leading player with plenty of improvement in store. FOREVER HOPE (5) made progress last start to finish third over 1106m at this track. Finds a suitable race and can go on to take this out. COAXED (9) is having his second run back from a break after he failed to threaten first up over 1207m at this track (Dirt), beaten 18 lengths. Should run well.