ASHUKA (6) is in the right form, last time out finishing second over 1408m at this track after being in contention on the turn. Likely improver with strong prospects. BETTERMUSTCOME (8) is a six-start maiden who finished eighth at his most recent outing over 1408m at this track after he gave away a big start. Among the top chances in what looks a most suitable race. CROSBY (1) went forward last time and looked a chance on the corner but tired to finish fifth over 1308m at this track. Expected to feature in the finish this time. SILENT KNIGHT (2) finished third last start at the first run back from a spell over 1308m at this track, beaten 9 lengths. Will benefit from that outing. Likely improver with top-three claims again.