BLEAK MID WINTER (7) has not appeared since he finished second over 5½f at Gawler on October 25. Perfectly placed to score. EL EXPLOSIVO (9) was racing well without winning, finishing in the money on two consecutive occasions, before finishing fourth last time out over 6¾f at Port Lincoln. Blinkers go on. Looks a top chance. HEDGED YOUR BETS (2) finished tenth over 7f at Oakbank at his most recent appearance on December 20. Can make his presence felt. ZOUHOFF (12) was beaten 3.5 lengths into seventh over 6f at Strathalbyn eight days ago. Suitably placed so can turn things around.