WESTERN WHIRL (2) last appeared when sixth over 1207m in the G2 Nearctic Stakes at Woodbine. Steps out over more ground now off a six weeks freshen-up. Expected to bounce back. ESSEX SERPENT (6) started at $5.20 last time but could only manage fourth, beaten 4.5 lengths, at Woodbine over 1207m. Should camp just off the leaders. Among the leading chances. FIGHTER IN THE WIN (4) is in great form, lifting strongly to score last start over 1408m at this track to make it two in a row. Form here at this trip reads five wins from five starts. One to consider. LUCKY SCORE (1) was prominent at the corner and finished third last time over 1408m at this track, beaten 2.5 lengths. Yet to miss the frame in two starts over this course and distance. Nicely placed to take this out.