GIDEON (6) is a two-year-old gelding by No Nay Never out of Verde River on debut for the W A Ward stable. Should hit the ground running. Watch for positive market moves. I'M MISCHIEVOUS (7) was out of the money on debut two runs back then again missed the frame last start over 1106m at this track, beaten 1.5 lengths into fourth after being in contention on the bend. Nicely placed to break the maiden status. HARD TALK (5) has been racing well and is close to a win, the latest effort a solid third at this track (Dirt) over 1308m. Marcos Meneses has registered two minor placings when on board. Has claims on his best figures. CLASSIC EQUATION (12) finished 9 lengths away in eighth at his last appearance over 1609m at this track (Turf) on November 29. Worth including in this suitable contest.