LOUISIANIMAL (4) showed good early muster and fought on to finish third last start over 2012m at this track (Synthetic). Finds a more suitable contest and can take this out. HOLD YOUR APPLAUSE (7) got home by 1.5 lengths last time out over 1673m at this track (Synthetic). Has a solid record at this course and distance, including a win and two placings. Has the pace to be in a prominent position from the outset. Leading contender. DRIFTWOOD (1) showed good early dash and raced on the speed last start before fading to finish 2.25 lengths back in fourth over 1673m at this track (Synthetic). One of the main contenders. THIRD DEGREE (5) was beaten 6 lengths into fourth in a 1673m contest at this track at his latest appearance. Best efforts measure up so worth another chance.