DISTINCT RULER (5) was beaten just a nose last start when second in a small field over 1006m at this track (Dirt). Has the gate speed to take up a forward position. Best form puts him right in this. THE ACE PROJECT (1) made progress last time out, finishing 4 lengths from the winner in second at the end of 1106m at this track after being in contention on the corner. Has his share of talent. Hard to beat in this suitable race. ALL NINE YARDS (2) is a two-year-old colt on debut from the stable of Richard Zielinski. By Temple City from Merry Lady. Watch for a betting push. IDOL GOLD (3) missed the placings on debut two runs back then was always well out of his ground last start when 10 lengths away in fifth over 1006m at this track. Suitably placed so anticipating a big run this time.