SHOW PAINT (1) is back at the races for the first time since November 21. Worth noting he filled a minor placing when returning from a spell last time in work over 1000m at this track. Sure to make his presence felt. BARRA LIBRE (9) progressed nicely last time out to finish just 0.8 lengths from the winner in second over 1200m at this track. Likely improver with strong prospects. MERKEL (7) made progress last time out, finishing 6 lengths from the winner in second at the end of 1200m at this track. Likely improver with strong prospects. SFRENATO (6) resumes in a similar race to his only run last prep back on November 2 when 14th, beaten 20 lengths. Has the pace to settle in the leading division. Can feature in the finish.