BAREFOOT WARRIOR (2) is yet to miss the placings in three starts, including two wins. Is at the races for the first time since he got the prize over 1600m at Newcastle All Weather on September 10. Has the pace to be in a prominent position from the outset. Expected to be in the finish. CLASSIC ENCOUNTER (11) finished third over 1600m at Southwell All Weather at his most recent appearance on November 18. Sure to make his presence felt. EMPIRE OF LIGHT (9) is back from a spell of five-and-a-half months and does go well when fresh, including a win to launch last campaign over 2000m at Haydock Park. Sure to make his presence felt. CRUYFF TURN (5) last appeared on November 12 when a good fifth over 1600m at Southwell All Weather, beaten 2.5 lengths. Makes plenty of appeal.