HARD RATTLE (6) fifteen-start maiden who was a month between runs when a plugging fifth over 1000m at Taree. Further improved and looks suited out to the 1200m in a fairly average contest. KEINBAH'S GIFT (3) got well out of her ground on debut in the heavy (8) going, when running on late to run fourth over 1200m at Newcastle. This is much easier and expected to take a hand in the finish. ROYAL ARMADA (2) has failed to fire in two runs back on the provincial circuit and gets the winkers added today. Worth thought in this suitable assignment. THOR'S LIGHTNING (10) has needed both runs back after showing ability this time last year. Nice weight drop here with McCarroll's 3kg claim. Keep safe.