ALPAGE (1) was well in commission last time but ran below expectations when seventh and beaten 2 lengths over 2000m at this track. Has good early toe so he should be handy in the run. Sure to be in the finish. MACHU PICCHU (5) found a couple better last start at Mont-de-Marsan over this distance. Is yet to miss the frame from seven starts at this distance, including five wins. Has a high cruising speed. Will prove tough to beat. FORCE TRANQUILLE (7) got home by 2.5 lengths last time out over 2600m at this track. Boasts four wins here. Will drift back but wind up late. Winning claims on best figures. DENIA (8) ran a better race last start, finishing 2 lengths away in sixth over 2000m at this track. Best efforts measure up so worth another chance.