HONEY PERFUME (1) finished third, beaten 2 lengths, when resuming from a spell last start over 1000m at Scone. Has the talent to get the prize. PERASTA (6) is still a maiden after 10 starts. Managed to fill a minor placing at this track two starts back before finishing fourth over 900m at Newcastle last start. Among the leading chances. STARZZABORN (3) sped across from a poor gate to lead last time over 1300m at Taree but dropped out of it in the run home. Has a high cruising speed. One of the main contenders. BEST DEFENCE (2) was prominent at the turn and finished second last time over 1000m at this track, beaten one length. Will trim down following recent racing. Capable of another strong performance.