ALLEY OOP JOHNNY (3) recorded an all-the-way win last time out by 0.3 lengths over today's journey at this track. Has a strong record here at this journey with two wins from four runs. Well placed and should be in the finish. PROUD RONIN (4) was comfortably accounted for when lost rider last time out over 1710m at this track,. That followed a win at this track at the previous outing. Enjoys a drop in grade so it will prove hard to beat. JIM'S HOPE (2) settled well back then made some inroads and finished 5 lengths away in seventh last time out over 1509m at WOODBINE three weeks ago. Steps up in journey today. Backmarker who keeps coming. Will be picking them up late. NINJA STAR (5) was out of the money when resuming from a spell last start over 1710m at this track, beaten 18 lengths. Fitter this time will prove harder to beat.