SHADOW BREAKER was unwanted in the betting over the course and distance on his last outing before making every post a winner, and there was a fair amount of merit in the victory. He should be suited to the rail being in the “C+3” position and he has enough pace to cross this field easily and lead again. However, he was really left alone last time and with SALTO OLIMPICO engaged here, I doubt that Moreira will let him have his own way in front for as long. Salto Olimpico also rode a hot pace over 2200m at his last start and made an early move. I think he deserves favouritism off the best numbers for this. DIONYSUS COLLIN is a perennial placegetter but the booking of Zac Purton will attract some public support, and fair enough too. He has certainly been consistent this term, but personally, I am not convinced he wants to get his head in front and fight to keep it there. PERFECT TO PLAY should get a good run during the race and is one for exotic players, while PRETTY BAUHINIA is capable but his lack of early pace is always a concern.