PETULA (3) returns from a break of 11 months. Consistent performer last prep whose most recent appearance resulted in a seventh over 1200m at this track. Ideally placed to score while fresh. BOPPING BLUE (1) lines up for the first time since January 1. Looking to emulate his win at Belmont Park at the beginning of last prep. Has found the right race. BRAVE STRIKE (7) was well in commission last time out but could only manage to finish seventh over 1200m at this track in a disappointing performance. Nicely placed to turn things around. CHARINO (8) closed last prep four-and-a-half months ago when he finished 12th over 1200m at this track. Is lightly raced and looks forward enough after a solid recent trial. Has solid credentials.