MR LOOOCH (8) has not appeared since he got the cash over 1106m at this track (Dirt) on July 14. One of the genuine hopes in the race. MIDNIGHT WARSHIP (3) closed last campaign with back-to-back placings, the last of which was at this track nine weeks ago. Record at this track is strong. Expected to be in the finish. GUNNER GABRIEL (4) finished second two runs back at this track (Dirt) then improved last time out to score by one length over 1207m at this track (Dirt). Meeting a deeper field this time but he deserves plenty of thought. IRONCLAD ALIBI (6) returns from a spell of nine weeks. Closed off last prep in great form including a dominant win over 1609m at this track (Dirt) at his most recent appearance. Has a strong association with Angel I Diaz who has been in the saddle for his last two wins. Worth including in calculations.