Not an easy race to end. VIRGIN RIVER is taking on males but is in good form and is deserving of more success. BIG BOY BRUCE beat a nice filly last time and he himself should keep on improving but he is dropping in distance. BEAMONESQUE seems capable of better. He could appreciate the drop in distance. It could be the right race for LONGSWORD who has run some commendable races and needs a bit of luck. NKANDLA GOLD gave signs in his last start that he could pop up soon. DONTSHOOTTHEBARMAN has run in stronger races and must be respected.