LONG ACTING (4) finished 7 lengths away in sixth last time out over 1006m at this track two weeks ago. Steps up in distance today. The testing material. HURRICANE EXPRESS (2) finished third last start over 1710m at this track (Turf) to make it 11 minor placings from 20 runs. Has a sound record here with three top-three finishes from four starts. Among the leading players. THE BLUE FACTOR (7) was in the firing line on the corner and finished second last time over 1710m at this track (Turf), beaten 4 lengths. It doesn't get any easier but on his best form he is capable of testing his rivals. MCGINNIS (11) ran a better race last start, finishing 5.5 lengths away in fourth over 1710m at this track. No surprise to see him in the frame.