RAFEEQ (5) is a four-start maiden who finished eighth, beaten 15 lengths, when resuming from a spell last start over 1600m at this track. Fitter for that outing and is a great chance to break his maiden status. AF THARWATY (9) is racing well, scoring two back at Al Ain before finishing 2.5 lengths from the winner in third last time over 1400m at Meydan Dirt. Tadhg O'shea who has scored on her two times retains the mount. Bold showing expected. AF LAYTH (1) drew wide last time and was safely held when 13th over this track and trip. Has the gate speed to take up a forward position. One to consider. RAMIZ AL WATHBA (7) returned from a break with an impressive win over 1600m at Al Ain, scoring by 13 lengths. Switches to a turf track for the first time today. Has the pace to settle in the leading division. One of the better hopes.