Course-and-distance specialist WARM WINTER NITE copped a hefty 8-point penlty for winning over track and trip last time. He ought to remain competitive but has more to do at this level under 62.5kg. Lightly raced HONG KONG also has a good record over this course and distance. She was narrowly beaten last time on her return from a break and needn't improve much - if at all - to go one better. Hard-knockers LONGSWORD, OPEN HIGHWAY, PHANTOM EXPRESS and PRINCE OF KILDARE all have the form and experience to get involved, though a bigger threat will likely come from maturing 3yo PAUL REVERE.
by Kevin Nicolle
