THE GENERAL (1) Brave effort to win narrowly last time at this track and will be aiming for a soft run from the draw. In top form this preparation. Goes very close. HAPPY FORCE (3) Narrowly clinched the victory last run here. Have to respect the recent Patrick I Taylor form. Demar Williams takes a large claim. Has the ability to figure. HOTBRED SCAMMER (6) Was competitive when 3rd last time around here and promising career start. Jockey Richie Shakes rates highly aboard and rising in distance. Looks promising in this race. QUEEN OF SOUL (8) Unsighted last start around here but facing an increased distance. Reyan Lewis is a key booking but carrying more weight than last time. Respect against this field.