DARTBROOK (9) made it four minor placings in a row, and two this prep, when a closing second here over 1200m last time out. Ideally placed out to this distance at the third run back and from the inside alley he gets the run of the race. XERXES (2) was handy enough in the run but couldn't finish off when resuming over 1200m at this track recently. Beaten half a length when second-up over 1450m at Muswellbrook last time in work. Can improve enough to play a big role. REBEL RHAPSODY (1) is back from a six-month break. Was beaten a head over this trip at Kembla last prep which is great form for a race of this quality. In the mix if forward enough. FIREUP (6) can improve off a six-week freshen up. Watch for a better run today from NAMARA (4) who gets blinkers on for the first time.