MAPONUS (4) was well fancied when resuming last start over 1650m at this track when third, beaten 31 lengths. Will strip fitter and can atone. RIONE TERRA (5) missed the placings first up recently but was not too far from the winner when fourth over 1500m at Pisa. Likely to push forward and race on the pace. Expecting a bold showing. EVER GIVEN (2) is an imported six-year-old having his first run in this area for the Christian Lasi yard. Back from a break after finishing eighth over 1200m at Jebel Ali at her last appearance three-and-a-half months ago. Hasn't trialled publicly for the new connections but she should feature in the finish. ISLAND KING (3) finished seventh over 3500m at Pisa at his most recent appearance on December 12. Runs very well here having never missed the frame from four starts. Comes here with definite top-three claims.