EL MERO MERO (4) turned in a decent effort last start to finish second over 6f at Sam Houston Park after being in contention on the corner. It doesn't get any easier but on his best form he is one of the key runners. JOHN (5) went forward last start over 6f in Listed grade at Will Rogers Downs (Dirt) and held on well for third, beaten 5 lengths. Beautifully placed and is sure to take a ton of beating. PAY RAISE (7) showed good pace over 5½f at Will Rogers Downs (Dirt) last time and defied all challengers to score by 0.3 lengths. Steps up a level but he is up to the task. CASH FOLLOWS ME (1) scored in a at Sunland Park (Dirt) but was below his best last time when sixth over 4½f at Sunland Park (Dirt). Suitably placed so anticipating a better run this time.