BLACK SANDS (3) has a moderate winning strike-rate but performed well last time at this track, finishing third and only 2 lengths from the winner at the end of 1417m. Facing a tougher assignment but he is good enough to figure in the finish. MEXICAN QUEEN (9) turned in a modest performance when fifth last time out over 1417m at this track, beaten 3 lengths after being prominent at the bend. That followed a win at this track at the previous outing. Has started two times at this course and distance and is yet to miss the placings. Stepping up a level this time but on her best form she is right in contention. CLEVER COMBAT (4) missed the placings two runs back then improved last start but found one better over 1217m at this track, beaten 6 lengths. This looks a sterner test than last time but on his best form he is right in contention. A LOT OF CLASS (5) turned in a nice run last time to finish third over 1600m at this track. This looks a good race for him so another forward showing looks