VALIANT STRIKE (2) is a talented gelding who tackled tougher grade last time, finishing 20 lengths behind Shadowy over 1710m in Listed grade at Belterra Park (Dirt). Has been in sound form this prep with a win and three minor placings from seven outings. Expected to be in the finish. BASOVAK STAR (4) returned to winning form last start, scoring by 17 lengths over this journey at this track (Dirt). Has a solid record at this course and distance, including a win and a placing. Among the leading chances. MOBIL MISSION (7) has switched yards since finishing fifth seven weeks ago over 1207m at this track. Can measure up for the new barn. KETTLE COALMINE (5) showed good speed and fought on for third over 1106m at this track (Dirt) last time. Winning rider David J Haldar sticks. Among the top-three hopes.