COSMIC STRIPES (9) was prominent from the outset when second over 1400m in the G2 Pippermint at this track last time out. Likely to push forward and race on the pace. Likely to feature. DON GRIEGO (6) made it three wins in a row last start when he scored by 0.3 lengths over 1400m in the G2 Pippermint at this track. Winning rider Lucas Francisco Gonzalez retains the mount. Best figures measure up. Sure to run well. VIEJO VARIETE (7) is a consistent performer with three minor placings from four starts this campaign. Turned in another good effort last start when second over 1800m in the G2 Forli at this track. Has his share of talent. Hard to beat in this suitable race. EL GAZPACHO (2) missed the frame last time when fourth in the G2 Pippermint at this track. That followed a run of two wins on end. Should settle handy in the run. Can feature in the finish.