CONTRABAND EARLY (5) returns after a spell of nine weeks. Started the last campaign in good style when in the placings over 1609m at Fairgrounds. Has ability and should be right in the finish. SAUCER EYES (2) resumes. Didn't make an impact at his only run last prep on 25/01/2025, finishing sixth and beaten 13 lengths over 1408m at Delta Downs (Dirt). Should be poised just off the lead. Sure to be in the finish. GIBSON (3) was a most impressive winner last time over 1609m at Evangeline Downs (Dirt), scoring by 3.5 lengths. Should be poised just off the lead. One of the main contenders. BIG TAP BABY (4) returns from a spell of nine months and is having his first run for a new yard. Finished fourth at this track (Turf) over 1609m when first-up last time in work.