EL APOSTOL (2) ran well below his best last time over 1100m at this track, beaten 2 lengths into fourth at $3.50. Good record at this journey with four wins and three minor placings from nine starts and shapes as a key contender. SUGAR LIGHT (8) missed the placings two runs back then didn't feature last start when 24 lengths away in 13th over 1100m at this track. Nicely placed to get the prize. SIBARATO (9) missed the frame last time when sixth at this track. Prior to that had been in the money on two consecutive occasions. Has the speed to overcome the draw. One of the main contenders. POPOVICH (6) turned in a fine effort to win by half a length at this track and distance last time out to continue his outstanding recent form. Finds another suitable race and can do it again.