SONIC TROOPER (2) stalked lead from an outside box last start before finishing second (22.57) at this track in a Grade 5 over 390m. Solid formlines coming through his last run. Likely to feature again. ASTRONOMICA (7) has been beaten for early speed lately, last time finishing seventh (25.87) in a Grade 5 H at this track. Has a good record here including two wins. Has the ability to give this a shake. ALICE FROM VENUS (1) put in a much better performance last start when in the placings at Bendigo behind Tornado Jack (24.31) in a Grade 5. Has the early speed to land on the pace and can stick on. Remains without a win from the draw but has been in the placings three times from four attempts. Expected to feature again. JOLLY ETHICS (6) is worth consideration after filling a hole in a quick run last time.