Meydan 01 March 2025
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Placed twice in seven starts. Finished 10l behind Unleashed when fourth of 16 on his latest outing here over 1m 1f in January.
Placed twice in seven starts. Finished 10l behind Unleashed when fourth of 16 on his latest outing here over 1m 1f in January.
Placed twice in six starts. Beaten 1l by Tariq when second of 0 on his latest outing at Al Ain over 1m last month.
Placed twice in six starts. Beaten 1l by Tariq when second of 0 on his latest outing at Al Ain over 1m last month.
Placed in three of 11 starts. Third of 13 behind Salb beaten 1l on his latest outing over this course and distance last month.
Placed in three of 11 starts. Third of 13 behind Salb beaten 1l on his latest outing over this course and distance last month.
A winner at 7f. Beaten 4l by Unleashed when second of 16 on his latest outing here over 1m 1f in January.
A winner at 7f. Beaten 4l by Unleashed when second of 16 on his latest outing here over 1m 1f in January.
Unplaced in all six starts. Finished 9l behind Tariq when fourth of 0 on his latest outing at Al Ain over 1m last month.
Unplaced in all six starts. Finished 9l behind Tariq when fourth of 0 on his latest outing at Al Ain over 1m last month.
Successful at 1m and 1m 1f. Beaten 14l behind Unleashed when eighth of 16 on his latest outing here over 1m 1f in January.
Successful at 1m and 1m 1f. Beaten 14l behind Unleashed when eighth of 16 on his latest outing here over 1m 1f in January.
Successful at 1m 1f and 1m 2f, but last win was over four years ago. Beaten 2l behind First Classs when seventh of 14 on his latest outing in the Group 1 Race 6 - Abu Dhabi Gold Cup at Abu Dhabi over 1m 3f (good to firm) last month.
Successful at 1m 1f and 1m 2f, but last win was over four years ago. Beaten 2l behind First Classs when seventh of 14 on his latest outing in the Group 1 Race 6 - Abu Dhabi Gold Cup at Abu Dhabi over 1m 3f (good to firm) last month.
A winner at 1m 1f, but that win was over three years ago. Finished 11l behind Unleashed when fifth of 16 on his latest outing here over 1m 1f in January.
A winner at 1m 1f, but that win was over three years ago. Finished 11l behind Unleashed when fifth of 16 on his latest outing here over 1m 1f in January.
Successful twice at 1m 2f. A winner over this course and distance last month, beating Tahhan Al Wathba by 1/2l.
Successful twice at 1m 2f. A winner over this course and distance last month, beating Tahhan Al Wathba by 1/2l.
Successful at 1m and 1m 3f. A winner at Al Ain over 1m last month, beating Hiab Al Zaman by 1l.
Successful at 1m and 1m 3f. A winner at Al Ain over 1m last month, beating Hiab Al Zaman by 1l.
He has won three times from 1m to 1m 1f. A winner here over 1m 1f in January, beating Kanaille De Faust by 4l.
He has won three times from 1m to 1m 1f. A winner here over 1m 1f in January, beating Kanaille De Faust by 4l.
UNLEASHED has improved rapidly this season and took The Madjani Stakes here in December before an impressive success in the second round of this series last time. The six-year-old dominated his rivals from the front that day and has a strong chance of another victory from stall two here. Kanaille De Faust chased home the selection last time and could repeat that achievement, although Tariq is unexposed and must not be discounted. Those looking for an each-way alternative should consider Djafar and Rajeh.
Placed twice in seven starts. Third of 9 behind Daamiss beaten 3l on her latest outing at Abu Dhabi over 7f (good to firm) last month. She is wearing a visor for the first time.
Placed twice in seven starts. Third of 9 behind Daamiss beaten 3l on her latest outing at Abu Dhabi over 7f (good to firm) last month. She is wearing a visor for the first time.
Unplaced in both starts. Finished 3l behind Daamiss when fifth of 9 on her latest outing at Abu Dhabi over 7f (good to firm) last month.
Unplaced in both starts. Finished 3l behind Daamiss when fifth of 9 on her latest outing at Abu Dhabi over 7f (good to firm) last month.
Successful twice at 7f on good to soft and soft ground. Third of 10 behind Mountain Breeze beaten 9l on her latest outing here over 7f (good) in January. She is wearing a tongue-tie for the first time.
Successful twice at 7f on good to soft and soft ground. Third of 10 behind Mountain Breeze beaten 9l on her latest outing here over 7f (good) in January. She is wearing a tongue-tie for the first time.
She has won three times from 5f to 7f on good ground. A winner here over 7f (good) in January, beating Octans by 6l.
She has won three times from 5f to 7f on good ground. A winner here over 7f (good) in January, beating Octans by 6l.
She has won four times from 5f to 7f on good ground. Beaten 6l by Mountain Breeze when second of 10 on her latest outing here over 7f (good) in January.
She has won four times from 5f to 7f on good ground. Beaten 6l by Mountain Breeze when second of 10 on her latest outing here over 7f (good) in January.
Successful at 5f and 6f on good to soft and heavy ground. Beaten 10l behind Markakol when 12th of 16 on her latest outing here over 5f last month.
Successful at 5f and 6f on good to soft and heavy ground. Beaten 10l behind Markakol when 12th of 16 on her latest outing here over 5f last month.
It is very hard to oppose MOUNTAIN BREEZE, who made the frame in some top-class juvenile contests in the UK last year. The daughter of Lope De Vega confirmed her well-being with an easy success in the Mawj Stakes over 7f here in January and she should prove to be a class above. Octans was second that day and may chase home the selection once again, although she is unproven over this far. The only other one with valid form claims is Lhakpa.
It's nigh on impossible to get away from MOUNTAIN BREEZE, who bolted up in the Mawj Stakes here just over 4 weeks ago and she can get Super Saturday off to the best possible start for the Charlie Appleby/Godolphin team. Lhakpa and Octans were both left trailing in the selection's wake last time and they're expected to fill out second and third once again but in a different order.
Winner of six races from 7f to 1m 2f including a win on polytrack. Beaten 13l behind Romantic Warrior when seventh of 8 on his latest outing here over 1m 1f (good) in January.
Winner of six races from 7f to 1m 2f including a win on polytrack. Beaten 13l behind Romantic Warrior when seventh of 8 on his latest outing here over 1m 1f (good) in January.
He has won three times at 1m. Third of 10 behind King Gold beaten a head on his latest outing over this course and distance in January. He is wearing a visor for the first time.
He has won three times at 1m. Third of 10 behind King Gold beaten a head on his latest outing over this course and distance in January. He is wearing a visor for the first time.
Successful at 6f and 7f. Third of 8 behind Asad Zabeel beaten 6l on his latest outing here over 7f in January. He is wearing blinkers for the first time.
Successful at 6f and 7f. Third of 8 behind Asad Zabeel beaten 6l on his latest outing here over 7f in January. He is wearing blinkers for the first time.
Has won eight races from 7f to 1m 1f including 6 wins on polytrack. Beaten 7l behind Marbaan when seventh of 8 on his latest outing here over 7f (good) in January.
Has won eight races from 7f to 1m 1f including 6 wins on polytrack. Beaten 7l behind Marbaan when seventh of 8 on his latest outing here over 7f (good) in January.
He has won four times from 7f to 1m 2f. Finished 9l behind Walk Of Stars when fifth of 12 on his latest outing here over 1m 1f in January.
He has won four times from 7f to 1m 2f. Finished 9l behind Walk Of Stars when fifth of 12 on his latest outing here over 1m 1f in January.
He has won three times at 1m. Finished 7l behind King Gold when sixth of 10 on his latest outing over this course and distance in January.
He has won three times at 1m. Finished 7l behind King Gold when sixth of 10 on his latest outing over this course and distance in January.
He has won three times from 7f to 1m 1f. Beaten 7l behind Elyabri when seventh of 14 on his latest outing here over 1m 2f last month.
He has won three times from 7f to 1m 1f. Beaten 7l behind Elyabri when seventh of 14 on his latest outing here over 1m 2f last month.
He has won four times from 6f to 1m. A winner at Jebel Ali over 7f last month, beating Yotarid by 3l.
He has won four times from 6f to 1m. A winner at Jebel Ali over 7f last month, beating Yotarid by 3l.
Winner of five races from 6f to 7f on the all-weather (1 PO), but last win was over three years ago. Finished 6l behind Asad Zabeel when fourth of 8 on his latest outing here over 7f in January. He is wearing a hood for the first time.
Winner of five races from 6f to 7f on the all-weather (1 PO), but last win was over three years ago. Finished 6l behind Asad Zabeel when fourth of 8 on his latest outing here over 7f in January. He is wearing a hood for the first time.
He has won three times from 7f to 1m, but last win was over two years ago. Beaten 9l behind Qareeb when eighth of 14 on his latest outing in the Group 3 Jebel Ali Mile Sponsored By A.R.M. Holding at Jebel Ali over 1m last month.
He has won three times from 7f to 1m, but last win was over two years ago. Beaten 9l behind Qareeb when eighth of 14 on his latest outing in the Group 3 Jebel Ali Mile Sponsored By A.R.M. Holding at Jebel Ali over 1m last month.
He has won three times from 6f to 1m. Finished 4 1/2l behind Khanjar when fifth of 16 on his latest outing here over 7f (good) in January.
He has won three times from 6f to 1m. Finished 4 1/2l behind Khanjar when fifth of 16 on his latest outing here over 7f (good) in January.
He has won three times from 5f to 7f. Finished 3 1/2l behind Royal Commando when fourth of 14 on his latest outing at Jebel Ali over 5f last month.
He has won three times from 5f to 7f. Finished 3 1/2l behind Royal Commando when fourth of 14 on his latest outing at Jebel Ali over 5f last month.
He has won four times from 7f to 1m 1f including 2 wins on the all-weather (1 PO), but last win was over two years ago. Finished 1 3/4l behind Creative Story when fourth of 10 on his latest outing here over 7f last month.
He has won four times from 7f to 1m 1f including 2 wins on the all-weather (1 PO), but last win was over two years ago. Finished 1 3/4l behind Creative Story when fourth of 10 on his latest outing here over 7f last month.
Winner of five races from 6f to 1m, but last win was over two years ago. Well beaten behind King Gold when 9th of 10 on his latest outing over this course and distance in January.
Winner of five races from 6f to 1m, but last win was over two years ago. Well beaten behind King Gold when 9th of 10 on his latest outing over this course and distance in January.
Winner of seven races from 7f to 1m. Beaten 10l behind Khanjar when 9th of 16 on his latest outing here over 7f (good) in January.
Winner of seven races from 7f to 1m. Beaten 10l behind Khanjar when 9th of 16 on his latest outing here over 7f (good) in January.
Successful twice at 1m 1f, but last win was over two years ago. Beaten 10l behind Full Serrano at 75-1 when 9th of 13 on his latest outing in the Group 1 Big Ass Fans Breeders' Cup Dirt Mile - Grade 1 at Del Mar over 1m in November last year.
Successful twice at 1m 1f, but last win was over two years ago. Beaten 10l behind Full Serrano at 75-1 when 9th of 13 on his latest outing in the Group 1 Big Ass Fans Breeders' Cup Dirt Mile - Grade 1 at Del Mar over 1m in November last year.
Cagliostro sets the standard following his narrow defeat in the Firebreak over C&D in January and a repeat of that performance would see him go well. However, the strength of that form can be questioned and marginal preference is for T O SAINT DENIS. Stall nine for the Japanese raider is not ideal, but he had the early pace to lead the Breeders' Cup Dirt Mile field in November and ended up finishing a place in front of Cagliostro, albeit well beaten. If Oisin Murphy can get him to the lead, the six-year-old could be hard to catch. With a field of 16 a good trip will be vital here, and as a result Sound Money and Oasis Boy could end up outrunning their likely prices.
CAGLIOSTRO surpassed his previous form when third in Group 3 company starting out for a new yard a month ago and a repeat of that level may well suffice. Local Dynasty is high up there among the rest, while Saleymm is also of interest assuming stall 15 doesn't present a problem.
Successful twice at 5f on good to firm and good to soft ground. Beaten 1/2l by Rasas when second of 13 on his latest outing here over 6f (good) in January.
Successful twice at 5f on good to firm and good to soft ground. Beaten 1/2l by Rasas when second of 13 on his latest outing here over 6f (good) in January.
Winner of six races from 5f to 6f on good and soft ground and on the all-weather. Beaten 13l behind Royal Commando when last of 14 on his latest outing at Jebel Ali over 5f last month.
Winner of six races from 5f to 6f on good and soft ground and on the all-weather. Beaten 13l behind Royal Commando when last of 14 on his latest outing at Jebel Ali over 5f last month.
Winner of six races from 6f to 1m on ground varying from good to firm to soft and on the all-weather, but last win was over two years ago. Finished 6l behind Marbaan when sixth of 8 on his latest outing here over 7f (good) in January.
Winner of six races from 6f to 1m on ground varying from good to firm to soft and on the all-weather, but last win was over two years ago. Finished 6l behind Marbaan when sixth of 8 on his latest outing here over 7f (good) in January.
Winner of six races from 5f to 6f on ground varying from good to firm to heavy. Beaten 17l behind West Acre when 9th of 10 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) in January.
Winner of six races from 5f to 6f on ground varying from good to firm to heavy. Beaten 17l behind West Acre when 9th of 10 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) in January.
Successful twice at 6f on soft ground and on the all-weather. Finished 9l behind West Acre when sixth of 10 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) in January.
Successful twice at 6f on soft ground and on the all-weather. Finished 9l behind West Acre when sixth of 10 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) in January.
Winner of five races at 5f on good ground and on the all-weather. Won on his latest outing when 9-4jt-fav at Wolverhampton over 5f in January, beating Bedford Flyer by a neck.
Winner of five races at 5f on good ground and on the all-weather. Won on his latest outing when 9-4jt-fav at Wolverhampton over 5f in January, beating Bedford Flyer by a neck.
Has won eight races from 5f to 6f on good and good to soft ground. Beaten 1 3/4l by Royal Commando when second of 14 on his latest outing at Jebel Ali over 5f last month.
Has won eight races from 5f to 6f on good and good to soft ground. Beaten 1 3/4l by Royal Commando when second of 14 on his latest outing at Jebel Ali over 5f last month.
He has won three times at 6f on good and good to soft ground. A winner here over 6f (good) last month, beating Jungle Mac by 3l.
He has won three times at 6f on good and good to soft ground. A winner here over 6f (good) last month, beating Jungle Mac by 3l.
He has won three times from 6f to 7f on good ground. Third of 14 behind Royal Commando beaten 3 1/2l on his latest outing at Jebel Ali over 5f last month.
He has won three times from 6f to 7f on good ground. Third of 14 behind Royal Commando beaten 3 1/2l on his latest outing at Jebel Ali over 5f last month.
Winner of five races from 5f to 6f on ground varying from good to firm to soft and on the all-weather. A winner at Abu Dhabi over 6f (good to firm) last month, beating Faattik by 2l.
Winner of five races from 5f to 6f on ground varying from good to firm to soft and on the all-weather. A winner at Abu Dhabi over 6f (good to firm) last month, beating Faattik by 2l.
He has won four times from 5f to 7f on good ground. Finished 5l behind Power Mode when fifth of 15 on his latest outing here over 6f (good) last month. He is wearing a visor for the first time.
He has won four times from 5f to 7f on good ground. Finished 5l behind Power Mode when fifth of 15 on his latest outing here over 6f (good) last month. He is wearing a visor for the first time.
Successful at 5f and 7f on the all-weather. Well beaten at 50-1 behind Soul Of An Angel when last of 9 on her latest outing in the Group 1 PNC Bank Breeders' Cup Filly Soul Of An Angel Mare Sprint - Grade 1 at Del Mar over 7f in November last year. Having her first run for a new stable today.
Successful at 5f and 7f on the all-weather. Well beaten at 50-1 behind Soul Of An Angel when last of 9 on her latest outing in the Group 1 PNC Bank Breeders' Cup Filly Soul Of An Angel Mare Sprint - Grade 1 at Del Mar over 7f in November last year. Having her first run for a new stable today.
A winner at 6f on the all-weather. Beaten 1 3/4l by Symbol Of Honour when second of 8 on his latest outing here over 6f (good) last month.
A winner at 6f on the all-weather. Beaten 1 3/4l by Symbol Of Honour when second of 8 on his latest outing here over 6f (good) last month.
A winner at 6f on good ground. Beaten 13l behind Symbol Of Honour when seventh of 14 on his latest outing here over 6f (good) in January. He is wearing blinkers and a tongue-tie for the first time.
A winner at 6f on good ground. Beaten 13l behind Symbol Of Honour when seventh of 14 on his latest outing here over 6f (good) in January. He is wearing blinkers and a tongue-tie for the first time.
He has won three times at 5f on good ground and on the all-weather. A winner over this course and distance (good) in January, beating Ponntos by 3 1/2l.
He has won three times at 5f on good ground and on the all-weather. A winner over this course and distance (good) in January, beating Ponntos by 3 1/2l.
West Acre took a big step forwards when easily taking the Blue Point over C&D five weeks ago and George Scott's gelding has to be of interest on the back of that performance. Ponntos was second that day and is another with strong form claims as he is 4lb better off with the three-year-old. That said, preference is for FROST AT DAWN, who showed blazing speed when taking this contest 12 months ago. Her form subsequently has been mixed, but it would be no surprise to see William Knight's filly bounce back to form with a good draw here. Dark Saffron looks sets to relish this drop in trip as he has been catching the eye over 6f of late, while Power Mode should not be underestimated despite this big step up in grade.
George Scott's WEST ACRE is a sprinter on the up and looks the way to go in his bid for a fourth victory from six starts. C&D winner Ponntos could emerge as the main threat, while Danyah, Bombay Bazaar and Tawalla can all have a say too.
He has won three times from 7f to 1m on good and yielding - soft ground and on the all-weather, but last win was over two years ago. Beaten 1 1/4l by First Conquest when second of 9 on his latest outing here over 1m 2f (good) in January.
He has won three times from 7f to 1m on good and yielding - soft ground and on the all-weather, but last win was over two years ago. Beaten 1 1/4l by First Conquest when second of 9 on his latest outing here over 1m 2f (good) in January.
Winner of six races from 1m 1f to 1m 4f on good to soft ground and on the all-weather. Well beaten behind First Conquest when last of 9 on his latest outing here over 1m 2f (good) in January.
Winner of six races from 1m 1f to 1m 4f on good to soft ground and on the all-weather. Well beaten behind First Conquest when last of 9 on his latest outing here over 1m 2f (good) in January.
He has won three times from 1m to 1m 1f on good to firm ground and on the all-weather. Finished 2 3/4l behind Creative Story when fifth of 10 on his latest outing here over 7f last month.
He has won three times from 1m to 1m 1f on good to firm ground and on the all-weather. Finished 2 3/4l behind Creative Story when fifth of 10 on his latest outing here over 7f last month.
He has won four times from 1m to 1m 2f on good ground. A winner here over 1m 2f (good) in January, beating Cairo by 1 1/4l.
He has won four times from 1m to 1m 2f on good ground. A winner here over 1m 2f (good) in January, beating Cairo by 1 1/4l.
Successful twice at 1m on good and yielding - soft ground. Finished 5l behind Arabian Light when sixth of 16 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) last month.
Successful twice at 1m on good and yielding - soft ground. Finished 5l behind Arabian Light when sixth of 16 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) last month.
Successful at 7f and 1m on good to firm and good ground. Third of 8 behind Romantic Warrior beaten 5l on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) in January.
Successful at 7f and 1m on good to firm and good ground. Third of 8 behind Romantic Warrior beaten 5l on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) in January.
Has won ten races from 1m to 1m 4f on ground varying from firm to soft and on the all-weather. Beaten 5l behind Spirit Of St Louis at 5-2fav when 9th of 12 on his latest outing in the Group 1 Pegasus World Cup Turf Invitational S. Presented By Qatar Racing - Grade 1 at Gulfstream over 1m 1f (good) in January.
Has won ten races from 1m to 1m 4f on ground varying from firm to soft and on the all-weather. Beaten 5l behind Spirit Of St Louis at 5-2fav when 9th of 12 on his latest outing in the Group 1 Pegasus World Cup Turf Invitational S. Presented By Qatar Racing - Grade 1 at Gulfstream over 1m 1f (good) in January.
He has won three times from 1m to 1m 2f on good and good to soft ground. Beaten 1/2l by Arabian Light when second of 16 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) last month.
He has won three times from 1m to 1m 2f on good and good to soft ground. Beaten 1/2l by Arabian Light when second of 16 on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) last month.
He has won three times from 1m to 1m 3f on good to firm and good ground and on the all-weather. Third of 16 behind Arabian Light beaten 2l on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) last month.
He has won three times from 1m to 1m 3f on good to firm and good ground and on the all-weather. Third of 16 behind Arabian Light beaten 2l on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) last month.
Nations Pride is the obvious starting point in this contest and Charlie Appleby's six-year-old should be too be good for these if anywhere near his best. However, he's been very disappointing the last twice and preference is for stablemate FIRST CONQUEST. The gelded son of Teofilo appeared to have plenty in hand when winning the Dubai Millennium over 1m2f here last time and he may still have more to offer. Cairo was second to the selection on that occasion and is likely to be in the mix once again, while Holloway Boy is another with valid form claims.
NATIONS PRIDE disappointed on his return from a 10-week break in the Pegasus World Cup Turf at Gulfstream, but will surely prove hard to beat if bouncing back to something like his best and gets the nod over his stablemate First Conquest, who impressed when overcoming a positional bias in the Dubai Millennium Stakes here on his most recent outing. Holloway Boy warrants respect, also.
He has won three times from 1m to 1m 1f. Finished 4l behind King Gold when fourth of 10 on his latest outing here over 1m in January. He is wearing blinkers for the first time.
He has won three times from 1m to 1m 1f. Finished 4l behind King Gold when fourth of 10 on his latest outing here over 1m in January. He is wearing blinkers for the first time.
He has won three times at 1m including 2 wins on the all-weather. Finished 1 1/2l behind Qareeb when fourth of 14 on his latest outing in the Group 3 Jebel Ali Mile Sponsored By A.R.M. Holding at Jebel Ali over 1m last month.
He has won three times at 1m including 2 wins on the all-weather. Finished 1 1/2l behind Qareeb when fourth of 14 on his latest outing in the Group 3 Jebel Ali Mile Sponsored By A.R.M. Holding at Jebel Ali over 1m last month.
Successful at 7f and 1m, but last win was over three years ago. Finished 12l behind Meshtri when last of 6 on his latest outing here over 1m in December last year.
Successful at 7f and 1m, but last win was over three years ago. Finished 12l behind Meshtri when last of 6 on his latest outing here over 1m in December last year.
He has won three times from 1m 1f to 1m 2f. A winner over this course and distance last month, beating Book Review by 1l.
He has won three times from 1m 1f to 1m 2f. A winner over this course and distance last month, beating Book Review by 1l.
Winner of five races from 6f to 1m 3f, but last win was over two years ago. Beaten 16l behind Elyabri when 10th of 14 on his latest outing over this course and distance last month. Having his first run for a new stable today, previously with J Olascoaga.
Winner of five races from 6f to 1m 3f, but last win was over two years ago. Beaten 16l behind Elyabri when 10th of 14 on his latest outing over this course and distance last month. Having his first run for a new stable today, previously with J Olascoaga.
He has won three times from 1m to 1m 1f. Finished 10l behind Walk Of Stars when sixth of 12 on his latest outing here over 1m 1f in January. He is wearing blinkers for the first time.
He has won three times from 1m to 1m 1f. Finished 10l behind Walk Of Stars when sixth of 12 on his latest outing here over 1m 1f in January. He is wearing blinkers for the first time.
Has won ten races from 5f to 1m 3f including 8 wins on the all-weather. Beaten 18l behind Walk Of Stars when eighth of 12 on his latest outing here over 1m 1f in January. He is wearing a hood for the first time.
Has won ten races from 5f to 1m 3f including 8 wins on the all-weather. Beaten 18l behind Walk Of Stars when eighth of 12 on his latest outing here over 1m 1f in January. He is wearing a hood for the first time.
Successful twice at 1m 1f, but last win was over two years ago. Third of 14 behind Elyabri beaten 1 1/2l on his latest outing over this course and distance last month.
Successful twice at 1m 1f, but last win was over two years ago. Third of 14 behind Elyabri beaten 1 1/2l on his latest outing over this course and distance last month.
Successful at 1m 1f and 1m 3f. A winner here over 1m 3f (good) in January, beating Inner Wisdom by 10l.
Successful at 1m 1f and 1m 3f. A winner here over 1m 3f (good) in January, beating Inner Wisdom by 10l.
Has won 11 races from 1m 1f to 1m 7f. Beaten 15l behind Keffaaf when last of 9 on his latest outing here over 1m 6f (good) in January.
Has won 11 races from 1m 1f to 1m 7f. Beaten 15l behind Keffaaf when last of 9 on his latest outing here over 1m 6f (good) in January.
He has won four times at 1m. Beaten 2 3/4l by Walk Of Stars when second of 12 on his latest outing here over 1m 1f in January.
He has won four times at 1m. Beaten 2 3/4l by Walk Of Stars when second of 12 on his latest outing here over 1m 1f in January.
He has won four times from 1m 1f to 1m 4f on the all-weather (1 FB). Beaten 16l behind Walk Of Stars when seventh of 12 on his latest outing here over 1m 1f in January.
He has won four times from 1m 1f to 1m 4f on the all-weather (1 FB). Beaten 16l behind Walk Of Stars when seventh of 12 on his latest outing here over 1m 1f in January.
Has won ten races from 6f to 1m including 2 wins on the all-weather (1 PO). A winner here over 1m in January, beating Laurel River by a short head.
Has won ten races from 6f to 1m including 2 wins on the all-weather (1 PO). A winner here over 1m in January, beating Laurel River by a short head.
Successful twice at 7f including a win on polytrack. Third of 14 behind Qareeb beaten 1 1/4l on his latest outing in the Group 3 Jebel Ali Mile Sponsored By A.R.M. Holding at Jebel Ali over 1m last month.
Successful twice at 7f including a win on polytrack. Third of 14 behind Qareeb beaten 1 1/4l on his latest outing in the Group 3 Jebel Ali Mile Sponsored By A.R.M. Holding at Jebel Ali over 1m last month.
A winner at 1m. Beaten 13l behind Asad Zabeel when last of 8 on his latest outing here over 7f in January. He is wearing a visor for the first time. Having his first run for a new stable today, previously with D Watson in United Arab Emirates.
A winner at 1m. Beaten 13l behind Asad Zabeel when last of 8 on his latest outing here over 7f in January. He is wearing a visor for the first time. Having his first run for a new stable today, previously with D Watson in United Arab Emirates.
Has won eight races from 7f to 1m 2f. A winner in the Group 3 Jebel Ali Mile Sponsored By A.R.M. Holding at Jebel Ali over 1m last month, beating Sadaaty by 1l.
Has won eight races from 7f to 1m 2f. A winner in the Group 3 Jebel Ali Mile Sponsored By A.R.M. Holding at Jebel Ali over 1m last month, beating Sadaaty by 1l.
Imperial Emperor sets the standard following his second in the Al Maktoum Challenge here last time but stall 15 is far from ideal for the five-year-old. One who may be underestimated is ARTORIUS, who may improve now stepped up in trip and his most recent efforts in the Al Maktoum Mile and Firebreak suggest that he can go well in a race of this nature. Guns And Glory bolted up in a much weaker race over 1m3f here last time and would be dangerous if allowed to dominate from a fair draw. King Gold beat the selection in the Firebreak but is unproven over this far and the pace meltdown that day massively helped him. Qareeb has a solid chance and is likely to be in the mix, while it is too soon to be writing off Kabirkhan.
IMPERIAL EMPEROR has done really well since switched to the dirt here for new connections and is taken to go one better than in the Group 1 Al Maktoum Challenge over a slightly shorter trip in January. The Group 3 Firebreak was teed up nicely for King Gold last time but he's still feared most ahead of Majestic Pride, who was nearest at the finish in the Jebel Ali Mile last month and should prove suited by this longer trip.
He has won four times from 7f to 1m 2f on good to firm and good ground, but last win was over three years ago. Well beaten behind Bold Act when last of 9 on his latest outing over this course and distance in March last year.
He has won four times from 7f to 1m 2f on good to firm and good ground, but last win was over three years ago. Well beaten behind Bold Act when last of 9 on his latest outing over this course and distance in March last year.
Winner of five races from 6f to 1m 4f on good ground and on the all-weather. Won on his latest outing when 5-2fav at Keeneland over 1m 4f (good) in October last year, beating Bold Act by a short head. Having his first run for a new stable today.
Winner of five races from 6f to 1m 4f on good ground and on the all-weather. Won on his latest outing when 5-2fav at Keeneland over 1m 4f (good) in October last year, beating Bold Act by a short head. Having his first run for a new stable today.
Winner of five races from 1m 2f to 2m on good ground and on the all-weather. Third of 6 behind Dubai Future beaten 5l on his latest outing here over 1m 6f (good) last month.
Winner of five races from 1m 2f to 2m on good ground and on the all-weather. Third of 6 behind Dubai Future beaten 5l on his latest outing here over 1m 6f (good) last month.
Has won eight races from 1m 2f to 1m 4f on ground varying from good to heavy and on the all-weather. Finished 11l behind Phantom Flight when fifth of 7 at 7-1 on his latest outing at Bahrain over 1m 2f (good to firm) in January.
Has won eight races from 1m 2f to 1m 4f on ground varying from good to heavy and on the all-weather. Finished 11l behind Phantom Flight when fifth of 7 at 7-1 on his latest outing at Bahrain over 1m 2f (good to firm) in January.
He has won three times at 1m on soft ground. Finished 5l behind First Conquest when sixth of 9 on his latest outing here over 1m 2f (good) in January.
He has won three times at 1m on soft ground. Finished 5l behind First Conquest when sixth of 9 on his latest outing here over 1m 2f (good) in January.
Winner of six races from 7f to 1m 4f on good ground and on the all-weather. Third of 5 behind Far Bridge beaten 5l at 13-8fav on his latest outing in the Group 1 Joe Hirsch Turf Classic Stakes - Grade 1 at Belmont At The Big A over 1m 4f (good) in September last year.
Winner of six races from 7f to 1m 4f on good ground and on the all-weather. Third of 5 behind Far Bridge beaten 5l at 13-8fav on his latest outing in the Group 1 Joe Hirsch Turf Classic Stakes - Grade 1 at Belmont At The Big A over 1m 4f (good) in September last year.
He has won four times from 7f to 1m 2f on ground varying from good to soft. Won on his latest outing when 5-6fav in the Group 3 bet365 Classic Trial at Sandown over 1m 2f (good to soft) in April last year, beating Macduff by 3 1/2l.
He has won four times from 7f to 1m 2f on ground varying from good to soft. Won on his latest outing when 5-6fav in the Group 3 bet365 Classic Trial at Sandown over 1m 2f (good to soft) in April last year, beating Macduff by 3 1/2l.
Charlie Appleby's pair standout here and the booking of William Buick suggests that SILVER KNOTT is the one to side with. The son of Lope De Vega has been US based the last couple of seasons and won multiple Grade 2 events there last year. He has subsequently struggled in Grade 1 company twice but still gets the vote here. Arabian Crown looked to be a top prospect when winning the Zetland at Newmarket as a juvenile and was an impressive winner of the Classic Trial at Sandown on his only start in 2024. Unlike the selection, there could be more to come from the four-year-old and he could upset his stablemate. Highway Robber won a US Grade 3 at Keeneland on his most recent start and is the pick of the remainder on his debut for Charlie Hills.
SILVER KNOTT thrived over middle-distances last year, winning 3 times before appearing to not get home when third on his final start at Aqueduct 5 months ago. He gets the narrow vote to make a winning return under William Buick, with promising stablemate Arabian Crown, who was last seen winning the Classic Trial at Sandown last spring, rating the chief threat. Highway Robber, on debut for Charlie Hills, completes the shortlist.
He has won three times from 5f to 6f. Beaten 8l behind Royal Commando when 12th of 14 on his latest outing at Jebel Ali over 5f last month.
He has won three times from 5f to 6f. Beaten 8l behind Royal Commando when 12th of 14 on his latest outing at Jebel Ali over 5f last month.
A winner at 5f. Beaten a neck by Gold Luck when second of 6 at 11-10fav on his latest outing at Churchill Downs over 6f in June last year. He is wearing a tongue-tie and blinkers for the first time. Having his first run for a new stable today, previously with Steven Asmussen in United States.
A winner at 5f. Beaten a neck by Gold Luck when second of 6 at 11-10fav on his latest outing at Churchill Downs over 6f in June last year. He is wearing a tongue-tie and blinkers for the first time. Having his first run for a new stable today, previously with Steven Asmussen in United States.
Winner of five races from 5f to 6f. Finished 4 1/2l behind Royal Commando when fifth of 14 on his latest outing at Jebel Ali over 5f last month.
Winner of five races from 5f to 6f. Finished 4 1/2l behind Royal Commando when fifth of 14 on his latest outing at Jebel Ali over 5f last month.
He has won four times from 5f to 6f. Third of 8 behind Tuz beaten 6l on his latest outing over this course and distance in January.
He has won four times from 5f to 6f. Third of 8 behind Tuz beaten 6l on his latest outing over this course and distance in January.
He has won four times from 6f to 1m 1f. Finished 7l behind Tuz when fourth of 8 on his latest outing over this course and distance in January.
He has won four times from 6f to 1m 1f. Finished 7l behind Tuz when fourth of 8 on his latest outing over this course and distance in January.
Successful twice at 6f. Third of 10 behind Creative Story beaten 1 1/2l on his latest outing here over 7f last month. He is wearing a visor for the first time.
Successful twice at 6f. Third of 10 behind Creative Story beaten 1 1/2l on his latest outing here over 7f last month. He is wearing a visor for the first time.
Successful at 6f and 7f. Beaten 11l behind Tuz when seventh of 8 on his latest outing over this course and distance in January. He is wearing a tongue-tie for the first time.
Successful at 6f and 7f. Beaten 11l behind Tuz when seventh of 8 on his latest outing over this course and distance in January. He is wearing a tongue-tie for the first time.
He has won four times from 5f to 6f. Beaten 13l behind Tuz when last of 8 on his latest outing over this course and distance in January.
He has won four times from 5f to 6f. Beaten 13l behind Tuz when last of 8 on his latest outing over this course and distance in January.
He has won four times at 6f. Beaten 6l behind Royal Commando when 9th of 14 on his latest outing at Jebel Ali over 5f last month.
He has won four times at 6f. Beaten 6l behind Royal Commando when 9th of 14 on his latest outing at Jebel Ali over 5f last month.
Successful twice at 6f. Beaten 6l behind Romantic Style when seventh of 10 on his latest outing here over 6f (good) in January.
Successful twice at 6f. Beaten 6l behind Romantic Style when seventh of 10 on his latest outing here over 6f (good) in January.
Has won nine races from 6f to 1m. A winner over this course and distance in January, beating Colour Up by 3 1/2l.
Has won nine races from 6f to 1m. A winner over this course and distance in January, beating Colour Up by 3 1/2l.
He has won three times at 6f. Won on his latest outing when 11-10fav at Chukyo over 6f in December last year, beating Pod Vader by 3 1/2l. Having his first run for a new stable today, previously with Yoshito Yahagi.
He has won three times at 6f. Won on his latest outing when 11-10fav at Chukyo over 6f in December last year, beating Pod Vader by 3 1/2l. Having his first run for a new stable today, previously with Yoshito Yahagi.
Tuz has been the best dirt sprinter in the UAE for quite some time now and it would be no surprise to see him add another victory to his record here. However, he did briefly look vulnerable in the Al Shindagha last time and may be worth taking on Bhupat Seemar's gelding at a short price. American Stage is an interesting new rival for a shrewd Japanese trainer and he should not be discounted, although this is a big step up in grade for him. As a result, a chance can taken with DREW'S GOLD, who was third to Tuz last time but that was a performance full of promise on the back of a 517-day break. The son of Violence was Grade 1 placed over 7f in the US back in 2023 and is capable of making the frame if improving on his latest outing. Colour Up is a consistent performer in this type of event and completes the shortlist.
8-y-o TUZ has looked as good as ever upon returning to action, pulling out all the stops to hold off old-rival Colour Up in a C&D Group 3 five weeks ago. He's the one to beat in his bid to make it 6 wins from his last 7 starts. Japanese-runner American Stage progressed well last year and he's fancied to pose a threat in receipt of weight all round. Aforementioned Colour Up and low-mileage El Nasseeb are others in the mix.
Half-brother to The Galloping Shoe, won three times at 1m and 1m 2f. A winner at Abu Dhabi over 7f (good to firm) last month, beating Whitegate by 3l. He is wearing a hood and a tongue-tie for the first time.
Half-brother to The Galloping Shoe, won three times at 1m and 1m 2f. A winner at Abu Dhabi over 7f (good to firm) last month, beating Whitegate by 3l. He is wearing a hood and a tongue-tie for the first time.
Successful twice at 6f on good to firm and good to soft ground. Third of 10 behind Al Qudra beaten 4 1/2l on his latest outing in the Group 2 Al Rayyan Mile at Doha over 1m (good to firm) last month.
Successful twice at 6f on good to firm and good to soft ground. Third of 10 behind Al Qudra beaten 4 1/2l on his latest outing in the Group 2 Al Rayyan Mile at Doha over 1m (good to firm) last month.
He has won three times from 6f to 1m on good and good to soft ground. A winner over this course and distance (good) in January, beating Al Qudra by 1l.
He has won three times from 6f to 1m on good and good to soft ground. A winner over this course and distance (good) in January, beating Al Qudra by 1l.
Placed once in six starts. Beaten 3 1/2l by Sir Harmony when second of 10 on his latest outing here over 7f last month.
Placed once in six starts. Beaten 3 1/2l by Sir Harmony when second of 10 on his latest outing here over 7f last month.
Yet to place in three starts. Finished 3l behind Daamiss when fourth of 9 on his latest outing at Abu Dhabi over 7f (good to firm) last month.
Yet to place in three starts. Finished 3l behind Daamiss when fourth of 9 on his latest outing at Abu Dhabi over 7f (good to firm) last month.
A winner at 7f on good ground. Third of 11 behind The Lion In Winter beaten 2 1/4l at evens fav on his latest outing in the Group 3 Tattersalls Acomb Stakes at York over 7f (good to firm) in August last year. He is wearing a tongue-tie for the first time.
A winner at 7f on good ground. Third of 11 behind The Lion In Winter beaten 2 1/4l at evens fav on his latest outing in the Group 3 Tattersalls Acomb Stakes at York over 7f (good to firm) in August last year. He is wearing a tongue-tie for the first time.
Unplaced in all four starts. Finished 17l behind Moon Blade when fourth of 14 on his latest outing here over 1m last month.
Unplaced in all four starts. Finished 17l behind Moon Blade when fourth of 14 on his latest outing here over 1m last month.
A winner at 7f on the all-weather. Third of 10 behind Hallasan beaten 2 3/4l on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) in January. He is wearing blinkers for the first time.
A winner at 7f on the all-weather. Third of 10 behind Hallasan beaten 2 3/4l on his latest outing over this course and distance (good) in January. He is wearing blinkers for the first time.
Unplaced in both starts. Beaten 16l behind Symbol Of Honour when seventh of 8 on his latest outing here over 6f (good) last month.
Unplaced in both starts. Beaten 16l behind Symbol Of Honour when seventh of 8 on his latest outing here over 6f (good) last month.
Placed once in three starts. Beaten 3l by Daamiss when second of 9 on his latest outing at Abu Dhabi over 7f (good to firm) last month. He is wearing a tongue-tie and a hood for the first time.
Placed once in three starts. Beaten 3l by Daamiss when second of 9 on his latest outing at Abu Dhabi over 7f (good to firm) last month. He is wearing a tongue-tie and a hood for the first time.
Hallasan upset a well-backed stablemate when winning the trial for this contest four weeks ago and it is hard to see him being out of the frame. That said, clear preference is for RULING COURT, who bolted up on his debut over 7f at Sandown in July and was far from disgraced when third in the Acomb at York on his sole subsequent start. That was one of the strongest juveniles races in the UK last year and this son of Justify is likely to be too good for these. The rest look set to fight it out for the minor money at best, but The Fingal Raven is the pick of them.
RULING COURT is a fair way in front of these on form and has the potential for more to come. Hallasan can make it a 1-2 for Charlie Appleby with The Fingal Raven best of the others.
