#7 Patch Of Stars displayed ability on debut with a closing fifth and has since trialled well in blinkers, which will be worn on race day. Improvement second-up is expected, and he looks capable of breaking through. #2 City Thunder is knocking on the door for a win after a luckless fourth two starts back and a narrow third last time out. Zac Purton takes the reins, and the horse looks ready to capitalise on his recent form. #11 Island Buddy ran a solid race first-up, racing on pace in a fast-run event, finishing second to the promising The Boom Box. #1 Super Legends endured a tough run from a wide draw last start and, though he faded late into fourth, was beaten by less than three lengths. A kinder trip here should see him improve.