THINK IT THRU (2) is close to a win after a string of minor placings, the latest when second over 1207m at Mountaineer Park (Dirt) when she was always up in the leading division. The engagement of Erik Barbaran is noteworthy. Nicely placed to feature in the finish. TAKING CHARGE DESI (1) is building towards a win with placings at her last two runs, the latest effort a second over 1106m at this track (Dirt) when beaten 2.25 lengths. Top chance. D' KITTEN (6) finished 11 lengths adrift in eighth last time at this track (Dirt) in a disappointing performance. Nicely placed to make amends. PRINCESSOFTHENORTH (4) was out of the money two runs back then again missed the frame last start over 1673m at this track, beaten 8 lengths into fifth. Well placed to turn things around.