POLITICAL COMMENT (5) did little and finished 2.5 lengths from the winner in fifth over 274m at this track last start, a less impressive effort than her fourth at this track the run before. Suitably placed so anticipating a big run this time. CROSSED THE LINE (6) is a five-start maiden who almost broke the ice last time out when a close second over 201m at this track (Dirt) after being prominent at the bend. Well placed and there is no reason he cannot find winning ways. VAL EMPIRE (1) was out of the money two runs back then again missed the frame last start over 201m at this track, beaten 1.1 lengths into fourth. Suitably placed so anticipating a big run this time. INTEREST FREE (4) faced the starter for the first time and finished sixth last start at this track (Dirt) over 201m, beaten 2.25 lengths. Should be thereabouts.