HALMSTAD (2) returns from a spell of four-and-a-half months. Was safely held at the only appearance last prep when fifth over 1006m at Remington Park (Turf). Change of rider to F Wethey Jr who has an excellent strike rate when in the saddle, including three wins. Best form puts him right in this. TRUST DADDY (6) returned from a spell six weeks ago when he was beaten 4.5 lengths into fourth over 1106m at Remington Park. Finds the right race this time and can find winning form. LIGHTNING STRUCK (4) finished out of the money two starts back then was beaten 6 lengths when sixth in a 1207m contest at Oaklawn Park two-and-a-half weeks ago. Finds the right race this time and can take this out. STAYED IN FOR HALF (3) resumes from a spell of ten weeks after closing off last preparation with four consecutive minor placings. S Elliott who has five wins when partnering stays on. Worth including in calculations.