Narrowly defeated in a UDC heat after setting the tempo in front, HUXTON (3) bounced back with a dictating victory last week highlighted by a 54.2 closing half. With the gate to get forward and force the issue, he is a smart type and gets the chance to replicate the last start victory.

BELLISIMO ACQUISTO (4) produced a smart performance first up for the new barn, running on late for the bronze. Circling them from the second line to take control last time, he kept the power on for a strong 53.4 rate over the 2138 trip. Positioning cheaply can see him issue the challenge.

SIR RICHARD LEE (2) forced the issue at 2138 two starts back and from the front held off the challengers. Producing a gritty effort last start from the breeze, early speed assists his claims.

BETTERTHAN POPSY (8) will need a slice of luck at some stage from this game as he looks in danger of being snookered. A beaten fav last start when setting the tempo and then fading, he will search for gaps.

SELECTIONS: HUXTON (3), BELLISIMO ACQUISTO (4), SIR RICHARD LEE (2), BETTERTHAN POPSY (8)

SUGGESTED BET: HUXTON (3) to win