Four weeks ago, this horse ran poorly over a Happy Valley 1200m, settling in a good position tracking the leaders with a steady pace but lacking a strong finish. He finished eighth, beaten three lengths. A subsequent trial on the straight course sees him carrying an additional three pounds this time, drawing a favorable barrier and expected to lead. Trainer and jockey are in sync, with gate workouts suggesting improvement despite four previous unsuccessful attempts at this distance; however, his sectionals suggest a lack of finishing speed. A clean break and commitment to leading pace are key to a better result.