Despite the outside draw The Drafter can take it up in what looks to be a low-pressure contest. LOCKDOWN GAMBLE (1) ended his last prep with a tough victory in a 100K race at Wellington over 1700m and he normally comes to hand quickly. He looked ready to rumble when winning a recent trial on this track and will have some richer targets in mind later in the season. Hard to beat. MOONLIGHT GRACE (5) ruined her chances by making a slow start at Newcastle last time out and it is best to overlook that effort. Her form before that was good and with a return to country-class grade, she can bounce straight back into the money. Stick with her. MS REEVES (11) failed to get into the race here 5 days ago after having a tough trip in transit. She will be suited to 1400m here and has Mikayla Weir replacing an apprentice this time. She is good enough to figure in the finish this time. VIS I DO (10) will be peaking third up from a spell after a couple of handy runs at Tamworth to open his campaign. He rattled home late to finish third there last start and can have the last say here. SUGGESTED PLAY: Ms Reeves each-way.