HOPE'S ALIVE (5) has been in great form recently, the latest effort a dominant win by 7 lengths over 1673m at this track (Dirt). Facing a tougher assignment but he is good enough to score again. THE BEST DISTANCE (2) showed good early muster and fought on to finish third last start over 1673m at Delaware Park (Dirt). Meets some better types this time but he has the ability to test this field. ROAN BURGUNDY (6) is in top form, most recently recording a win by a nose over 1609m at Parx (Dirt) to make it two on the bounce. Has good early toe so he should be handy in the run. One of the main contenders. RUN HAPPY PAPPY (7) scored last start at this track (Dirt) to make it three wins from four starts this campaign. Sound record at this distance with two wins and two minor placings from five runs and cannot be underestimated.