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Mc Loven ran well enough on his return and coming back to the minimum distance here can only benefit him. We don't want much rain to arrive but the ground is fresh and he might just get away with it. Likely to be thereabouts if conditions suit.

Recuerdame has not run here for some time but is a course winner. He had a fair winter and seems as good as ever so it would be no surprise to see this eleven-time winner involved again even though he is probably in the twilight of his career. He needs a good gallop and always has a chance if the pace collapses.

Hul Ah Bah Loo is a dual winner around here at a mile though he has run well over this shorter distance. This is his easiest assignment for some time as he has slipped down the handicap. Seems as good as ever and should go well especially if they go hard and the pace collapses.

Tejesueno has shown just a hint of ability in all starts and I think she has a small race in her. This is her grade and the track might suit her better as the shorter straight will help. Nice-natured and well related so it would not be a surprise to see her run well, but she needs to show a bit more before we can be confident.

Rabinal is a course winner and he has also run well over this distance. The outside draw is no help so he needs things to fall right for him but this is his grade. We're hopeful of a big run.

Pablo Del Pueblo has had a short break and has become well-handicapped. Conditions are not sure to suit but he has some good turf form and this track could play to his strengths if he can cope with this going. He's most likely a player at a big price if he does.

Desfondado ran well on his return but didn't back that up next time. He seems in great shape and it would be no surprise to see him get back on track here. A big run is expected.

Hot Patootie was green on debut but had been training well and comes from a decent family. She is sure to know more about it this time but handicaps might suit her better in the long run. 

Arctician returns to sprinting more due to the lack of local options, but he does have plenty of pace. The small field will suit him and his class might carry him through.

Thursday was green on debut and has been backward so far. She will know more about it tonight but handicaps will most likely suit her better. She has a good attitude and is likely to progress with time.