NOBLEMAN (9) was out of the money when resuming two runs back then again missed the frame last start over 1600m at Cagnes-sur-Mer All Weather, beaten 3.5 lengths into tenth. Has his share of ability. Hard to beat in this suitable race. BIG LOG (16) finished 8 lengths away in eighth last time out over 1400m at this track two weeks ago. Steps up in distance today. Among the chances. SOUS LA NEIGE (8) raced below his best last time when seventh over 1800m at this track, beaten 2.5 lengths. Meeting a deeper field this time but he good enough to play a major role. ZELORO (14) is back from a spell of three months and does go well when fresh, including a win to launch last campaign over 1700m at Pornichet. Top-three claims.