EL PROTONICO (1) has been in the placings at his last two starts, finishing third last time when he was in the firing line all the way over 1207m at this track (Dirt). Faces an easier assignment so he is perfectly placed to score. CHIEF CHITOZ (8) started at big odds on debut last start when fourth, beaten 3 lengths, over 1207m at this track (Dirt). Can open winning account this time. JAMESONS CHALK (6) is a three-year-old gelding who is still a maiden after six starts but has been in the placings two times. Safely held when resuming last start over 1207m at this track (Dirt), finishing fifth and beaten 10 lengths. Can feature in the finish. K Q SPIRIT (3) finished 5 lengths away in fourth at his last appearance over 1207m at this track (Dirt) on November 28. Appeals as a top-four contender.