THE MANAGER (4) started at 15/2 last time on the back of a win at Tamworth two starts ago but was below his best, finishing fifth over 7f at Bathurst. Likely improver with strong prospects. TAVANASIA (1) missed the frame last time when eighth at Orange. That followed a run of two wins on end. Has the speed to overcome the draw. Best form puts him right in this. NAVAL OFFICER (6) finished out of the money two starts back then was beaten 1.75 lengths when fourth over 6f at Coonamble a week-and-a-half ago. Worth noting Dylan Stanley goes aboard. Nicely placed to feature in the finish. LYSANDER (7) finished 2 lengths behind the winner in second over 1m1/4f at Moruya last start after lifting strongly to score in a. Can sneak into the finish.