3: Aegon (R9, No.1): Has raced far better horses than most of these for much of his career but this looks ideal. Big track, small field and Michael McNab suit and bonus is he can go on soft footing.
4: Johny Johny (R3, No.1): The 4kg claim of Triston Moodley is crucial as his reduced weight of 58kgs is not a huge handicap and he could be a uncontested leader. At his best can win because he gave Sacred Satono 5kgs and beat him three starts ago. If it rains, even better.
5: Wild Night (R4, No.5): Comeback galloper who was a star this time last year, beating a hot field this track and distance on this day. Well-weighted for a group 1 grade horse and has Opie Bosson to overcome potentially tricky draw. Has won heavy and soft.