DEFENSOR ROJO (10) drew wide last time and was safely held when tenth over this track and trip. Reunites with Gerald Andres Rodriguez Sepulveda who has three wins from three rides. Should be hard to stop. STEVIETOO (7) was in the money two starts back at this track but was unable to repeat the effort last time when 12th, beaten 10 lengths, at this track over 1100m. Has his share of ability. Hard to beat in this suitable race. HIJO DEL REY (9) didn't make an impact at his last run before going for a spell on January 7, finishing sixth and beaten 6 lengths over 1200m at this track. Definite top-three chance. WATAKIN (1) was in the money two starts back at this track but couldn't back it up last time when seventh, beaten 6 lengths, at this track over 1100m. Finds a nice race and can make amends.