#1 Volcanic Spark’s first-up run was better than it reads, as he drew wide and was barely put into the race competitively. He drops back into Class 4 here, and earlier intent will bring out the best in him. #11 Me Time jumped favourite first-up and performed well, finishing just a length behind in fourth at this course and distance. He is improving with racing and getting close to a win. #7 Charity Gain ran a strong first-up race for his new stable, David Eustace, and looks ready to progress further. #8 Happy Hero is thriving in his racing since transferring to Mark Newnham’s stable. That last-start win marked his first victory in Class 4, and he did it in style.