MALIK AL IZZ (13) missed the placings two runs back then improved last start but found one better over 1700m at Sharjah, beaten only 0.1 lengths. Finds a tougher race but this looks well within his grasp. SAMAU XMNSOR (14) turned in a decent effort last start to finish third over 2200m at this track. Best figures measure up. Sure to run well. KRIST DE FAUST (12) is yet to break through in eight runs. Finished seventh at his last appearance over 1400m at this track on December 21. Expected to feature in the finish this time. BARJAH (1) was beaten 7 lengths into fourth in a 1600m contest at Al Ain at his latest appearance. Well placed and can figure in the finish this time.