STARSONUS (3) finished third, beaten 1.5 lengths, when resuming from a lay-off last start over 6f at Eagle Farm. Suitably placed to crack the maiden win. NOBLE DECREE (5) started favourite at the last run before a break but could only manage second at Sunshine Coast. Has trialled well leading into this. Nicely placed and expected to go well. RUNAWAY TYCOON (6) didn't make an impact at his last run before going for a lay-off on 2/11/2024, finishing seventh and beaten 5 lengths over 7f at Gold Coast. One to consider. BEANS MEANS (1) is ready to break through after collecting his 7th minor placing in a row last time over 5½f at Beaudesert. Finds a suitable race and can build on solid recent efforts.