ANNIE'S ROSE (7) started at $5.50 last time and ran below expectations, finishing sixth and beaten 4 lengths at Wyong over 1200m. This looks a sterner test than last time but on her best form she is right in contention. PUERTO BANUS (10) had been racing well with two consecutive placings before last start managing only fourth over 1100m at Gosford. Will drift back but wind up late. Leading contender. RAJNISH (11) didn't make an impact at his last run before going for a spell on 12/10/2024, finishing 13th and beaten 8 lengths over 1500m at Rosehill. Has to be respected. SILVER HALO (12) was in the firing line on the bend and finished second last time over 1262m at Taree, beaten a nose. Will trim down following recent racing. Must be respected.