NICHOLAI (5) followed an unplaced effort first-up two runs back with a second last start over 1207m at this track after being in the firing line on the bend. Nicely placed to play a pivotal role. ZIPPY MARK (12) is back after a break of three-and-a-half months. Started the last campaign impressively when in the placings over 1207m at Saratoga. Has a strong first-up record, scoring on two occasions from three runs. Has found a suitable race. ROCK SOLO (11) closed last campaign with back-to-back placings, the last of which was at Horseshoe Indianapolis seven months ago. Should be poised just off the lead. One to consider. BRAHMS IMAGE (14) returns from a layoff of four months. Worth noting he filled a minor placing when returning from a spell last time in work over 1207m at this track. One to consider.