SHULER GRAY (1) went to the paddock after scoring at her last appearance 14 months ago over 1106m at this track (Dirt). Expect her to play a major role. SLUSH FUND (3) was too good for a maiden field last start over 1609m at MOUNTAINEER PARK Turf (Dirt), scoring by 2.5 lengths. Is lightly raced and has plenty of scope for improvement. N Arroyo (Jnr) was in the saddle on that occasion and retains the mount. Can go right on with the job now. CAROLINA NIGHTS (2) turned in a modest performance when fourth last time out over 1207m at this track, beaten 6 lengths after being prominent at the corner. That followed a win at this track at the previous outing. Suitably placed so anticipating a better run this time. WAY OF APPEAL (6) was an effortless maiden winner when resuming last time out over 1006m at this track (Dirt), scoring by 2.25 lengths. Kevin Gonzalez was in the saddle on that occasion and retains the mount. Must be respected now that the penny has dropped.