OVERVIEW: MICHEN ROY (4) returns to the front row after three challenging draws off the back, one of which he was able to overcome to win at this track two starts back, albeit in easier company. He copped a check last start at Melton when getting to the line fairly in a much tougher race. He will appreciate the middle trip and the opportunity to roll forward and use his strength.

MOMENTUM SHIFT (3) can be a sharp improver on his numerical form, drawn well for the first time in a while and able to map positively. He’s been okay in much tougher grade than this and should represent good value. HELLOVATIME (5) is a very honest type who’s only finished outside the top four once in sixteen starts this season. He was a winner in good time two starts back at Wagga and was up in grade last start, where he missed narrowly after getting a good run. He’s a strong chance of getting the job done again if he gets the right trip. LILLY LOTUS (6) hasn’t been at her best this season, but she has been racing against strong company throughout. She was in the stewards’ report after her last start at Melton and, based on that, we can expect a more conservative drive, but her best is good enough. CEE CEE LOU (8) is worth including in the Early Quaddie. He’s second-up and was okay in a sprint home last time. He has a cosy draw and does enjoy this circuit.