IT'S A LOVE THING (4) finished third two runs back at Newcastle All Weather then improved last time out to score by 1.75 lengths over 2040m at Newcastle All Weather. Nicely placed to take this out. SCEPTIC (8) turned in a fine effort to win by half a length at this track and distance when first-up from a layoff last time out. This doesn't look as hard so he is likely to play a big role. PRINCE ALI (1) improved sharply on his seventh two starts back at this track with success over 1900m at this track a week-and-a-half ago, getting home by 0.8 lengths after being in contention on the corner. Enjoys a drop in grade so he is perfectly placed to score again. GOLSPIE (5) finished fifth two runs back then improved last start but found one better over 1900m at this track, beaten 0.8 lengths. Has his share of ability. Hard to beat in this suitable race.