AS THE BELL TOLES (6) scored two back at Delaware Park (Dirt) but was below her best last time when fifth over 1609m at Delaware Park (Dirt) after being in contention on the turn. Going up a level this time but she is up to the challenge. SPIRIT OF ESTHER (1) is a five-year-old mare who is having her first run for the Jamie Ness stable. Resumes after finishing sixth at Saratoga (Dirt) at her last run 11 weeks ago. Hasn't trialled publicly but looks well placed. Bold showing expected. DOPPIO ESPRESSO (4) has put together a couple of wins at this course, the latest on October 14 over 1308m when she got home by 3 lengths. Looks well placed so expect another big run. GRUENE HALL (3) turned in a nice effort to score two runs ago but couldn't follow that up last time out when fifth over 1609m at this track, beaten 9 lengths. Finds a suitable race and can play a major role.