ALITLELESSTALK (7) went forward and proved too strong last time out, scoring by 0.3 lengths over 320m at this track (Dirt). Beautifully placed and is sure to take a ton of beating. TOUCH BASE (2) was safely held when seventh last time out over 274m at this track, beaten 3.5 lengths. That followed a win at this track at the previous outing. Meets some better types this time but he has the ability to bounce back. FIRST DOWN KARMA (3) turned things around last start and scored by a nose after being in the firing line on the corner over 274m at this track (Dirt). Needs to be at his best to beat this field but he can win again. HW TELLUM SWEETLY (8) finished 3.5 lengths back in fifth over 320m at this track (Dirt) last time out after a gutsy win the start prior. Can sneak into the finish.