HIMALAYA SPIRIT (1) tackled in a Group 3 last time on turf when a 22 length fifth over 1900m at this track. That came on the back of a win on dirt at this track the run prior. Goes well at this journey with two wins and two placings from six starts and shapes as a key contender. POPOVICH (3) got the job done last start by 1.75 lengths at this track over 1100m. Has a very good record here including nine wins from 14 starts. Sure to run well. EMPEZAR DE NUEVO (2) started at $5.30 last time on the back of a win at this track two starts ago but was below his best, finishing tenth over 1100m at this track. Finds a tougher race but a big run is on the cards. VIEJO LOBO (4) is a genuine type with three minor placings from four starts this prep. Finished 0.3 lengths from the winner in second last start over 1100m at this track. Well placed and there is no reason he cannot find winning ways.