TUSCALOOSA GEM (11) raced handy on debut last start and gave a good sight, holding on for second and beaten a neck over 1000m at this track. Open to sharp improvement and can get off the mark this time. DRONE ATTACK (1) missed the placings two runs back then got a long way back last start when 5 lengths away in sixth over 1000m at this track. Looks well placed so expect a big run this time. HONEY MAKER (3) was in the money at this track when resuming two runs back then could only manage fifth at Cranbourne over 1200m three weeks ago. Well placed here and among the winning hopes. SOMETHINGSOSTRONG (10) has not raced since her debut on December 11 over 1200m at Mornington when she finished fifth, beaten 3.5 lengths. Should be thereabouts.