MAIORI (5) started this prep with a win two runs ago. Not disgraced last time out when second over 2300m at this track, beaten half a length. Meeting a tougher field but on his best form he is good enough to take this out. HAVE A CIGAR (1) turned in a modest performance when fourth last time out over 2300m at this track, beaten 5 lengths. That followed a win at Naples at the previous outing. Meets a stronger field but he is capable of running a bold race. MAN WITH THE PLAN (2) turned in a modest performance when third last time out over 1900m at this track, beaten 6 lengths. That followed a win at Naples at the previous outing. This looks a sterner test than last time but on his best form he is right in contention. CYNIC (9) is close to breaking through, last start finishing just a neck away in second over 1800m at this track. Finds a suitable race and can build on solid recent efforts.