VERACRUZIN (2) started at 5/1 last time but could only manage seventh, beaten 16 lengths, at Sam Houston Park over 7f. Should camp just off the leaders. Best figures should see him run well. SONNEMAN (1) returned from a lay-off nine days ago when he was beaten 10 lengths into sixth over 1m at this track. Has a fair record when second up, including two top-three finishes. Finds a suitable race and can get the job done. COUSIN LARRY (5) finished 4.5 lengths away in sixth last time out over 7f at Sam Houston Park seven weeks ago. Tackles a longer journey this time. Blinkers go on among the leading chances. TWELVE VOLT (4) was prominent at the corner and finished second last start over 1m at Sam Houston Park (Dirt), beaten 3 lengths. Will strip fitter this time. Likely improver with solid claims.