ROYAL LIAISON (5) finished last campaign with a couple of minor placings, the latest over 5f at Sam Houston Park nine weeks ago. Has the pace to be in a prominent position from the outset. Will prove tough to beat. DONT BE SHY SAY HI (2) was out of the money two runs back then again missed the frame last start over 6f at Sunland Park, beaten 15 lengths into sixth. Tackling a more suitable race this time so she is perfectly placed to score. MAYBELLY (3) recorded a gutsy maiden victory last time out over 6f at Sam Houston Park (Dirt), scoring by 0.8 lengths. Sparingly raced and has more to offer. Looks well placed and she is a great chance to go back-to-back. JUST PLAIN BAD (4) was in the placings at her first two runs this campaign before breaking through over 5f at Sam Houston Park (Dirt) last time. Has never been out of the placings in four starts at this journey and is not to be discounted.