BONAFIDE (5) has been thereabouts without winning, the most recent effort a second at this track (Dirt) over 1673m when he was beaten 2.25 lengths. Mychel J Sanchez sticks. Expecting a bold showing. IRISH MAMBA (1) has put together a couple of wins at this circuit, the latest on October 7 over 1308m when he got home by half a length. Winning rider Magglio Sanchez retains the mount. Looks well placed so expect another big run. SHALLUS (4) was out of the money two runs back then again missed the frame last start when he got a long way back over 1673m at this track, beaten 7 lengths into fourth. Has his share of talent. Hard to beat in this suitable race. CHAIN LIGHTNING (3) hasn't been able to break through for an extended period, the latest effort a seventh over 1408m at this track (Dirt) after he was well back on straightening. Can play a prominent role.