COLONEL VARGO (4) was far from disgraced when second last start over 1106m at this track, beaten 1.3 lengths after he made late ground. That followed a win at this track the start prior. Needs to be at his best to beat this field but he has the ability to bounce back. MR PENNY PINCHER (3) proved too strong last start and scored by 0.3 lengths over 1207m at this track (Dirt). Has a solid record at this course and distance, including two wins. Winning rider Jose A Bracho sticks. Leading contender. LUCKY JEREMY (6) continues to race well with a win two back at this track (Dirt) before finishing a nose away in second last time over 1609m at this track (Dirt). Winning rider J Skerrett sticks. Has winning claims on best figures. KONTEEKEE (1) finished sixth two runs back then improved last start but found one better over 1207m at this track, beaten 2.5 lengths. Nicely placed to maintain the form.