GADZOOKS (2) finished 9 lengths away in fourth last time out over 1600m at La Plata when first up from a spell. Steps up in journey today. Likely to push forward and race on the pace. Will prove tough to beat. ESTADOS UNIDOS (1) was sent out favourite last time and scored by half a length at this track. Has raced five times here and has never missed the frame. Has good early speed so should take up a forward position. Sure to be in the finish. MANALISHI (6) resumed over 1800m at this track last start and was too good for his rivals, scoring by 2.5 lengths. Has never missed the frame second-up and must be respected. HOT CAT (3) was well in the market but raced below best when a 13 length seventh at this track last time. On best figures is among the main hopes.