SPARTUS (3) returned from a spell three-and-a-half weeks ago when he was prominent at the turn before being beaten 4 lengths into fifth over 1110m at Doomben. Faces an easier assignment so he is a major player. SHAQUE D'AMOUR (2) has been racing in great heart with two top-three finishes on end, the latest a third over 800m at this track when he was handy all the way. Will relish the drop in class so he is a major player. PULL THE CATCH (5) is a maiden galloper resuming from a spell after finishing fifth over 870m at Toowoomba at the latest appearance on November 23. Looks to be in good order following a trial win. Can feature in the finish. KOOL BRUCE (1) was in contention on the corner and finished second last start at the first run back from a spell over 870m at Toowoomba, beaten 3 lengths. Going up a level this time but he is good enough to play a major role.