SHOWDOWN KING (2) was sent out favourite last time and scored by 1.75 lengths at this track (Synthetic). Yet to miss the frame in three starts over this course and distance. Top chance again. THALBERG (6) made progress last time out, finishing 2 lengths from the winner in third at the end of 1207m at this track. Has his share of talent. Hard to beat in this suitable race. MRS MANICOTTI (4) is in top form with two wins on end, the latest by 1.5 lengths over 1106m at this track (Synthetic) eight weeks ago. Form here at the trip is sound with three wins and two minor placings from seven runs. One of the main contenders. TOOMUCHAINTENOUGH (1) is experiencing a long win drought, extended last start when ninth over 1006m at Mountaineer Park Turf (Turf). In the right race and should be about the money.