Tricky contest. BRUTAL LOVE (3) looks to have come back even stronger this prep with the two solid runs. Went forward from the wide draw and showed plenty of grit when second over 1200m at Dubbo on December 9. Drawn out again and finds a suitable race over the 1100m. GETTY (2) will appreciate Keatings' claim again after bouncing back with a slick on-pace win over 1200m at the Sapphire Coast three weeks ago. Maps well and can play a leading role. SEENI (7) fitter now third-up and much better showing when running on late to finish second over 1000m at Quirindi on December 10. Sure to be thereabouts. WONDER STEP (9) could be worth including for value.