AU - Grafton - Race 3

SWAG (1) has returned from a spell in good order, battling on well for third at his latest outing over 6 ¾f at Doomben. Honest three-year-old who should find this a shade easier and will be ready to peak at the third run back. NEED FOR SPIETH (3) impressed first-up over 6 ½f at Toowoomba three weeks ago, making a sustained run from last at one stage to win by a whisker. Sparingly raced gelding who can take this next step. RUSSIANTOTHEPOST (5) returns for a second campaign off a 20-week break. Progressed nicely in the maiden prep including a close third over the mile in a Class 1 at the Sunshine Coast most recently. Capable of going to a new level this time in work. CLIVE'S GLORY (2) has been freshened up since missing the placings over 1 ¼m at the Sunshine Coast poly seven weeks ago. Bolted in at the Sunny Coast in a recent trial. Should sprint well while fresh. PERMISSION DENIED (4) has won two races, both at or around today's trip. In the mix.