KING KONTIE (4) finished fourth two runs back then did well last start but found one better over 4½f at this track, beaten only 0.3 lengths after being prominent at the corner. Likely improver with strong prospects. BAIL IS DENIED (7) returns after a lay-off of five months. Started the last campaign impressively when in the placings over 4½f at this track. Sure to make his presence felt. BOLD ROCK (6) finds it hard to win with just one success from 12 starts. Again tasted defeat last start when fourth over 7f at this track, beaten 8 lengths. Hard to beat in this suitable race. CECIL THE GREAT (1) last appeared when he won over 7f at this track (Dirt) on November 21. Sure to make his presence felt.