The Paul Jordan trained Volition ran the fastest heat of the day, beating Great Nation by 0.75 len.

Volition hasn't started since unplaced in the Coolgardie Cup back in August. The freshen-up looks to have done him well.

Great Nation ridden by Willie Pike looked to have a bit up his sleeve and was probably the better run of two. Great Nation has had 18 starts for 11 wins and shouldn't take long to add to that tally.