Compak should spear straight to the front of the small field. SIMPLY ROSSO (1) has won his last couple of starts, including a soft win here by nearly a length 2 weeks ago. He is suited by drawing in the pole position, and can have the last say along the fence again. The hat-trick beckons. HOW PRETTY (4) could make things interesting early on as he has been an easy leader in his first couple of starts this prep, before fading late. She will be peaking third up and can take them all the way this time. COMPAK (2) let down strongly when finishing third at Port Hedland last week. He slides down in class, and with the benefit of a 4kg claim, he will carry half a kilo less than last time. He has a good record here and is ready to win at short notice. YARDSTICK (6) can mix his form, but is good enough to win a race like this. It is worth noting that Jess Gray has chosen to stick with him. PROTECTED ACTION (3) might not win often, but has been racing well in his first 3 starts back from a prep. Include in all combinations. SUGGESTED PLAY: Simply Rosso to win.