ALASKAN (1) just missed over 1800m here a fortnight ago, beaten 0.3L and the step up in distance looks to suit. He maps for a great run and while he has been around the mark for a while now, this looks a very good race for him. Ticks plenty of boxes and can end his winning drought now. MYSTICAL MAN (5) got a long way back last time out and closed off well to be beaten 2.3L over 2100m. He draws a much better gate this time and the extra 100m won't be an issue. Racing well and should get his chance. LONG GENES (4) just missed by 1.6 over 1800m last week and is on the quick turnaround today. He shouldn't be too far away from the draw and if he can improve stepping back up in trip, he should be in the finish. STRIKING FELLA (6) gets CJP in the saddle now and steps up to this distance once again. He's a fit horse and the rise in trip looks to suit. STARATING (3) has placed at this track and trip previously and is worth thought.