KING OCTOPUS (9) finished 2.75 lengths from the winner in fourth on turf at this track two starts back. Missed the frame in another run on turf last time at this track over 1000m when 2.25 lengths adrift in fourth. Huge chance back on the dirt. Worth following up. EL OPORTUNO (2) missed the frame last time when fifth at this track. Prior to that had been in the money on two consecutive occasions. Drawn to enjoy a good run on the speed. Best figures should see him run well. VINCERO (8) was comfortably accounted for when third last time out over 1100m at this track, beaten 6 lengths. That followed a win at this track at the previous outing. Has a solid record at this course and distance, including two wins. Well placed and there is no reason he cannot make amends. SALADO (10) finished sixth two runs back then did well last start but found a couple better over 1100m at this track, beaten only 1.5 lengths. Best figures measure up. Sure to run well.