Not much has been in favour of APPLIED (1) in five runs this campaign, the latest when faced with a second-line gate as PATH TO GREATNESS was able to dictate in front. Sitting parked for that assignment, he was runner-up the previous three. Early speed might be the concern, but he is knocking on the door.

TYSON (8) will be relying on the 1 holding the front and allowing him first shot on the passing lane. Taking them all the way last start in a midweek standing start contest, he was runner-up in both prior starts since arriving in Qld. If the gaps arrive in time, he can land the knockout.

MIKIS JOE (3) has made good metres in the latter stages in both of his past two starts, the latest when running BUDDY PERFECT to a neck. Settling handy can see him feature.

ROCK HAMMER (4) dictated from the front end at the mile two starts back and last time was beaten by a wide gate as PATH TO GREATNESS controlled from the front. He is a podium hope.

 SELECTIONS: APPLIED (1), TYSON (8), MIKIS JOE (3), ROCK HAMMER (4)
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