QUICK AS SILVER (3) just missed at Bunbury before being outgraded at Ascot. Bounced off that with a 2L defeat here as the favourite. Has an awkward barrier to deal with, but this is winnable with average luck. MANTA RAY BAY (1) beat the above home in that contest and has returned an improved galloper. Has a handy 2kg claim today, and fitter is feared. OUR LITTLE GEM (7) debuts for the top metro yard and has had four trials since last May. She was beaten 3.4L at Belmont, her most recent, and she's advantaged by an inside barrier and 2kg claim. The betting will be key. UNLIKELY HERO (2) did about what was expected first up. He has Queensland form that would see him competitive but has to find it.