HARDTOXPLAIN (2) finished just 0.3 lengths from the winner in second last start over 274m at this track (Dirt) after racing in the leading division. Martin Arriaga gets the best out of this three-year-old gelding. Well placed and there is no reason he cannot salute. ECHICERA (5) was in the firing line all the way and fought on for third last start over 274m at this track (Dirt), making it two minor placings in a row. Has the talent to take this out. MUSCLE MAX (4) recorded a minor placing two starts ago at Wyoming Downs (Dirt) then couldn't handle better opposition last time when eighth over 366m at Wyoming Downs (Dirt), beaten 3.5 lengths. Can play a big role in the finish. BEAR DOWN (7) got off the mark when resuming from a spell over 320m at this track (Dirt) last start, scoring by a nose. Justine Klaiber was in the saddle on that occasion and retains the ride. Harder task ahead this time but can measure up.