O CARA MIA (9) was beaten just a long neck last start when fresh from a spell and landed her first top-three finish in the process at Hawkesbury over 1500m. Looks close to a win and gets her chance in this suitable contest. EL PASO (4) remains a maiden after seven runs. Had plenty of admirers last time but could only manage to finish fifth over 1890m at this track. Rates highly in this field and can turn things around. TOMMY THUG (2) missed the placings two runs back then improved last start but found a couple better over 1890m at this track, beaten 2 lengths after being prominent at the turn. Suitably placed so anticipating another big run. CHIEF OF STAFF (3) missed the frame on debut then improved last time when 2.25 lengths away in second over 1600m at Wyong. The blinkers go on. Solid chance on what we have seen to date.