RETEKO (3) lines up for the hat-trick after registering a strong win last time over 1308m at this track (Synthetic), scoring by a nose. Has a strong association with Rosario Montanez who has been in the saddle for his last two wins. Among the leading chances. MR HOOLIGAN (6) is a talented colt who was well held last time out in the tougher race won by Squad Goals over 1207m at this track, beaten 14 lengths into eighth. Strong record with Gaddiel A Martinez aboard, including two wins. Leading contender. VENIK (1) is a distance specialist who is poised to win after placing at his last three outings, most recently when third over 1207m at this track (Synthetic). Best figures measure up. Sure to run well. HIT THAT REVIEW (8) has a moderate winning strike-rate but did a good job when returning from a break last time at this track (Synthetic), finishing third and only one length from the winner at the end of 1207m. Can figure prominently.