MOUNT ATLAS (7) is a progressive four-year-old gelding who hasn't raced since finishing second over 2400m at Newmarket (Rowley) on October 11 which was the only run of that prep. Should be in the finish. BALMACARA (3) is a strong fresh performer back after a break of six months and looking to emulate his win at Doncaster to kick off the last campaign. Solid chance. MAX MAYHEM (2) built on a nice third two starts back at Meydan with a win over 0m at Meydan two weeks ago, getting home by 3.5 lengths. Taking on a better field but he is up to the task. TEUMESSIAS FOX (4) finished 30th over 1800m at Newmarket (Rowley) at his most recent appearance on September 28. Definite top-three chance.