DOCTOR PARDO (4) Managed to finish 3rd last run at this venue. Looking sharp on the track since resuming from a break. No surprise to see a forward showing and one of the main hopes in this race. IMPERIAL KING (6) Picked up some ground to run 5th last run at the track and back to a rise in trip. Performing impressively this campaign. This field suits. SKI COUNTRY (2) Was well beaten when 8th last time around here. Happy to forgive that run and will try to take advantage of the draw. Among better hopes. BUBBA GRUMP (5) Finished 3rd last time here. Should muster plenty of early speed. Has claims.