FRENCH EMPIRE (8) is unlucky to still be a maiden placing in both career outings to date and this is not an overly strong affair. Hails from an astute barn and only needs some luck from the sticky alley to be playing a major role in the outcome. TRAPEDO (13) has hit the top-five at her past five starts and will find this easier than what she faced in town last time out. Rates a serious contender. STRIKE THE HEART (12) has placed in both outings since joining the new stable and strips fitter third-up from the spell. Top-three candidate. SILVIO DANTE (5) was well in the betting when resuming at Ipswich and where there's smoke there's fire. In the mix. HERECOMESANTORINI (2) gets 2kg weight relief from the favourable draw and may earn some minor money.