LIGHTNING SPEED (5) held on well to finish second last time out over 1673m at Belterra Park (Dirt) after leading for much of the way. Well-placed and will take catching. JOLLY MON (4) doesn't boast the best winning strike rate but ran a strong race when fresh from a spell last time out, finishing second and beaten only 1.5 lengths over 1609m at Thistledown (Dirt) after being in contention on the bend. Suitably placed so anticipating a big run this time. BUKELE (6) is close to breaking through after two consecutive placings, the latest coming when third over 1106m at Thistledown (Dirt). Settles close to the speed. Likely improver with strong prospects. ESTOICO (2) was below his best last time when sixth over 1106m at Thistledown (Dirt), beaten 9 lengths. Finds a nice race and can bounce back.