SERGEANT MAYER (3) doesn't win out of turn, scoring just once from 21 starts. Was again denied last start when he found a couple better over 1000m at Musselburgh. Hard to beat in this suitable race. BETWEENTHESTICKS (1) did a good job last start to finish second at Southwell All Weather over 1000m, beaten 1.3 lengths. That run should have him rock-hard fit now. Big chance to score. BAMA LAMA (4) last appeared on October 31 when a good fifth over 1000m at Bath, beaten 2.75 lengths. Worth plenty of thought. DASH GORDON (7) was well in commission last time out but could only manage to finish tenth over 1000m at Newcastle All Weather in a disappointing performance. Likely improver with strong prospects.