UPTOWN FUNK (4) is close to a win after a string of minor placings, the latest when third over 1200m at San Isidro. Taking on a better field but she is good enough to figure in the finish. TAYLOR BOMB (11) returned from a break of six months and finished second over this course and distance last time out. Likely to push forward and race on the pace. Expecting a bold showing. HARYANA (6) was close to breaking through last time in work, closing the prep as favourite and finishing third at San Isidro before a five-and-a-half months break. First try at this longer trip. Leading player on best figures - bold showing expected. NIGHT ESCAPE (2) finished third last time over 1200m at this track, beaten 1.3 lengths. Nicely placed to play a major role.