Meydan 06 March 2021
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He has won four times from 7f to 1m 4f. A winner over this course and distance in January, beating Speight'spercomete by 2l. Having his first run for a new stable today, previously with A Cintra in Brazil.
He has won four times from 7f to 1m 4f. A winner over this course and distance in January, beating Speight'spercomete by 2l. Having his first run for a new stable today, previously with A Cintra in Brazil.
Unplaced in both starts. Finished 6l behind El Patriota when fifth of 15 on his latest outing over this course and distance in January. He is wearing a shoes rear for the first time.
Unplaced in both starts. Finished 6l behind El Patriota when fifth of 15 on his latest outing over this course and distance in January. He is wearing a shoes rear for the first time.
Placed twice in three starts. Beaten 8l by Panadol when second of 11 on his latest outing here over 1m last month.
Placed twice in three starts. Beaten 8l by Panadol when second of 11 on his latest outing here over 1m last month.
Placed once in four starts. Finished 10l behind Panadol when fifth of 11 on his latest outing here over 1m last month. He is wearing a visor and a shoes rear for the first time.
Placed once in four starts. Finished 10l behind Panadol when fifth of 11 on his latest outing here over 1m last month. He is wearing a visor and a shoes rear for the first time.
A winner at 1m. Finished 16l behind Secret Protector when sixth of 8 on his latest outing here over 1m 1f last month. He is wearing a tongue-tie for the first time.
A winner at 1m. Finished 16l behind Secret Protector when sixth of 8 on his latest outing here over 1m 1f last month. He is wearing a tongue-tie for the first time.
A winner at 1m on the all-weather. Finished 8l behind Secret Protector when fourth of 8 on his latest outing here over 1m 1f last month.
A winner at 1m on the all-weather. Finished 8l behind Secret Protector when fourth of 8 on his latest outing here over 1m 1f last month.
A winner at 7f. Finished 11l behind Naval Crown when fourth of 6 on his latest outing here over 1m (good) last month.
A winner at 7f. Finished 11l behind Naval Crown when fourth of 6 on his latest outing here over 1m (good) last month.
Dam unraced. A winner here over 1m last month, beating Endifaa by 8l.
Dam unraced. A winner here over 1m last month, beating Endifaa by 8l.
Placed once in three starts. Finished 15l behind Naval Crown when last of 6 on his latest outing here over 1m (good) last month.
Placed once in three starts. Finished 15l behind Naval Crown when last of 6 on his latest outing here over 1m (good) last month.
Placed once in three starts. Beaten 2l by El Patriota when second of 15 on his latest outing over this course and distance in January.
Placed once in three starts. Beaten 2l by El Patriota when second of 15 on his latest outing over this course and distance in January.
A winner at 6f. Well beaten behind Mnasek when sixth of 7 on her latest outing over this course and distance last month.
A winner at 6f. Well beaten behind Mnasek when sixth of 7 on her latest outing over this course and distance last month.
Placed in three of four starts. Beaten 7l by Mnasek when second of 7 on her latest outing over this course and distance last month.
Placed in three of four starts. Beaten 7l by Mnasek when second of 7 on her latest outing over this course and distance last month.
A wide draw has not helped PANADOL's chances today but there is not a lot of pace in this race and the son of Flatter should be capable of getting to the front without expending too much energy. Salem bin Ghadayer's colt created a big impression when making all to easily beat Endifaa in a maiden over a mile here three weeks ago and he should take plenty of catching this afternoon. El Patriota won the trial for this race in late January and he can be expected to go well once again, although he picked off moderate and tiring rivals on that occasion and Panadol sets a higher level for him to aim at. The rest will need the pair to disappoint to be successful today but Endifaa, Speight'spercomete and Nayefah have each-way claims.
A potential match on paper between EL PATRIOTA and Panadol, with preference for the former as he chases his fifth win from 6 starts and should get better the longer he's out in Dubai. Panadol was impressive when forging clear on debut 3 weeks ago and is open to any amount of progress, while Nayefah and Leopardo rate as solid each-way options.
Winner of seven races from 1m 2f to 1m 4f on ground varying from good to firm to good to soft. Beaten 18l behind Dubai Future when eighth of 10 on his latest outing here over 1m 6f last month.
Winner of seven races from 1m 2f to 1m 4f on ground varying from good to firm to good to soft. Beaten 18l behind Dubai Future when eighth of 10 on his latest outing here over 1m 6f last month.
Winner of five races from 1m to 1m 4f on good to firm and good ground and on the all-weather. Well beaten behind Dubai Future when last of 10 on his latest outing here over 1m 6f last month.
Winner of five races from 1m to 1m 4f on good to firm and good ground and on the all-weather. Well beaten behind Dubai Future when last of 10 on his latest outing here over 1m 6f last month.
He has won four times from 1m 2f to 1m 6f on good to firm and good ground and on the all-weather. A winner here over 1m 6f last month, beating Volcanic Sky by 1 1/2l.
He has won four times from 1m 2f to 1m 6f on good to firm and good ground and on the all-weather. A winner here over 1m 6f last month, beating Volcanic Sky by 1 1/2l.
Winner of six races from 1m to 1m 2f on the all-weather. Well beaten behind Salute The Soldier when eighth of 9 on his latest outing here over 1m 1f last month.
Winner of six races from 1m to 1m 2f on the all-weather. Well beaten behind Salute The Soldier when eighth of 9 on his latest outing here over 1m 1f last month.
Winner of five races from 6f to 1m 5f on the all-weather. Finished 8l behind Star Safari when sixth of 7 on his latest outing here over 1m 2f (good) last month.
Winner of five races from 6f to 1m 5f on the all-weather. Finished 8l behind Star Safari when sixth of 7 on his latest outing here over 1m 2f (good) last month.
Winner of five races from 1m 2f to 1m 4f on ground varying from good to soft. A winner over this course and distance (good) in January, beating Dubai Future by 5l.
Winner of five races from 1m 2f to 1m 4f on ground varying from good to soft. A winner over this course and distance (good) in January, beating Dubai Future by 5l.
Successful at 1m 2f and 1m 4f on good to soft ground and on the all-weather. Third of 8 behind Volcanic Sky beaten 1 1/2l on his latest outing here over 1m 6f (good) last month.
Successful at 1m 2f and 1m 4f on good to soft ground and on the all-weather. Third of 8 behind Volcanic Sky beaten 1 1/2l on his latest outing here over 1m 6f (good) last month.
WALTON STREET was a hugely impressive winner of a Listed handicap over C&D on the opening night of the Carnival, breaking the track record, and Charlie Appleby's gelding is very hard to oppose in a weak renewal of this Group 2. Dubai Future accounted for last week's Nad Al Sheba Trophy winner Volcanic Sky when scoring over 1m6f here last month, but he was five length behind the selection prior to that and is only 2lb better off today. Dubai Warrior hated the dirt in the second round of the Al Maktoum Challenge last month and, while he should find this to me more suitable, he still has surface and stamina questions to answer this afternoon.
WALTON STREET was at least as good as ever as he outclassed a field of handicappers over C&D back in January and Charlie Appleby's charge is a confident selection to take this Group 2 contest. Dubai Warrior is feared most back on turf having failed to handle the dirt just over 3 weeks ago, with Dubai Future next on the list.
He has won four times from 5f to 6f on the all-weather (2 PO). Finished 7l behind Al Tariq when fifth of 8 on his latest outing over this course and distance last month. He is wearing a visor for the first time.
He has won four times from 5f to 6f on the all-weather (2 PO). Finished 7l behind Al Tariq when fifth of 8 on his latest outing over this course and distance last month. He is wearing a visor for the first time.
He has won four times from 7f to 1m. Beaten 9l behind Al Tariq when seventh of 8 on his latest outing over this course and distance last month.
He has won four times from 7f to 1m. Beaten 9l behind Al Tariq when seventh of 8 on his latest outing over this course and distance last month.
He has won three times from 6f to 7f, but last win was over three years ago. Finished 8l behind Al Tariq when sixth of 8 on his latest outing over this course and distance last month.
He has won three times from 6f to 7f, but last win was over three years ago. Finished 8l behind Al Tariq when sixth of 8 on his latest outing over this course and distance last month.
Winner of seven races from 6f to 1m. Finished 4l behind Al Tariq when fourth of 8 on his latest outing over this course and distance last month. He is wearing cheekpieces for the first time.
Winner of seven races from 6f to 1m. Finished 4l behind Al Tariq when fourth of 8 on his latest outing over this course and distance last month. He is wearing cheekpieces for the first time.
He has won three times from 6f to 1m on the all-weather (1 PO). A winner over this course and distance last month, beating Important Mission by 2 1/4l.
He has won three times from 6f to 1m on the all-weather (1 PO). A winner over this course and distance last month, beating Important Mission by 2 1/4l.
He has won four times at 6f including a win on polytrack. Beaten 17l behind Land Of Legends when last of 10 on his latest outing here over 7f (good) in January.
He has won four times at 6f including a win on polytrack. Beaten 17l behind Land Of Legends when last of 10 on his latest outing here over 7f (good) in January.
Winner of six races from 5f to 6f. Finished 6l behind Man Of Promise when fifth of 14 on his latest outing here over 6f last month.
Winner of six races from 5f to 6f. Finished 6l behind Man Of Promise when fifth of 14 on his latest outing here over 6f last month.
Winner of seven races from 5f to 7f including 5 wins on the all-weather (4 PO). Finished 4l behind Switzerland when fourth of 9 on his latest outing over this course and distance in January.
Winner of seven races from 5f to 7f including 5 wins on the all-weather (4 PO). Finished 4l behind Switzerland when fourth of 9 on his latest outing over this course and distance in January.
Winner of five races from 6f to 7f on the all-weather (1 PO). Beaten 1/2l by Al Tariq when second of 8 on his latest outing over this course and distance last month.
Winner of five races from 6f to 7f on the all-weather (1 PO). Beaten 1/2l by Al Tariq when second of 8 on his latest outing over this course and distance last month.
Winner of five races at 6f. Finished 8l behind Motafaawit when sixth of 10 on his latest outing here over 5f last month. He is wearing a shoes rear for the first time.
Winner of five races at 6f. Finished 8l behind Motafaawit when sixth of 10 on his latest outing here over 5f last month. He is wearing a shoes rear for the first time.
He has won four times from 6f to 7f. Won on his latest outing when 11-10fav at Monmouth Park over 6f in October last year, beating Johnny Ritt by 5l. He is wearing blinkers for the first time. Having his first run for a new stable today, previously with Michael Trombetta in United States.
He has won four times from 6f to 7f. Won on his latest outing when 11-10fav at Monmouth Park over 6f in October last year, beating Johnny Ritt by 5l. He is wearing blinkers for the first time. Having his first run for a new stable today, previously with Michael Trombetta in United States.
He has won four times from 5f to 1m. Beaten a short head by Karaginsky when second of 15 on his latest outing at Jebel Ali over 7f last month.
He has won four times from 5f to 1m. Beaten a short head by Karaginsky when second of 15 on his latest outing at Jebel Ali over 7f last month.
He has won four times from 5f to 6f. Finished 7l behind Switzerland when sixth of 9 on his latest outing over this course and distance in January. Having his first run for a new stable today, previously with A Cintra in Brazil.
He has won four times from 5f to 6f. Finished 7l behind Switzerland when sixth of 9 on his latest outing over this course and distance in January. Having his first run for a new stable today, previously with A Cintra in Brazil.
There is likely to be a fast early pace in this contest with Shanaghai City and Bochart drawn low, while Mickael Barzalona will almost certainly be aggressive on Important Mission from his wide stall. With that in mind, the race could set up perfectly for CANVASSED, who tracked the leaders early before picking up really well in the straight to beat Important Mission in a handicap over C&D a month ago. The was the first start over 6f for Doug Watson's six-year-old and he may have more improvement left to come and a strong early pace will bring his stamina into play. If Bochart is able to dominate then he will be hard to peg back and stall two is a big positive, however he has yet to make his mark at Group level. Premier Star was a useful performer in the US and any market support for him would have to be noted.
CANVASSED proved well suited by the drop to sprinting when winning a C&D handicap last month and can take the step up in class in his stride. Good Effort made a solid start to his career over here when fourth in a C&D Group 3 in January and rates an obvious danger under Frankie Dettori. Important Mission is also respected, while American-import Premier Star is another interesting contender.
Winner of six races from 5f to 1m. Beaten 9l behind Salute The Soldier when seventh of 9 on his latest outing here over 1m 1f last month. He is wearing a tongue-tie for the first time.
Winner of six races from 5f to 1m. Beaten 9l behind Salute The Soldier when seventh of 9 on his latest outing here over 1m 1f last month. He is wearing a tongue-tie for the first time.
He has won four times from 7f to 1m 2f on the all-weather. Well beaten behind Eqtiraan when last of 12 on his latest outing here over 1m 1f in January.
He has won four times from 7f to 1m 2f on the all-weather. Well beaten behind Eqtiraan when last of 12 on his latest outing here over 1m 1f in January.
He has won four times at 1m. Finished 4 1/2l behind Hypothetical when sixth of 10 on his latest outing over this course and distance last month.
He has won four times at 1m. Finished 4 1/2l behind Hypothetical when sixth of 10 on his latest outing over this course and distance last month.
Has won eight races from 5f to 6f on the all-weather (5 PO). Beaten 4 1/2l behind Hypothetical when seventh of 10 on his latest outing over this course and distance last month.
Has won eight races from 5f to 6f on the all-weather (5 PO). Beaten 4 1/2l behind Hypothetical when seventh of 10 on his latest outing over this course and distance last month.
He has won three times from 1m to 1m 2f including a win on polytrack. Beaten 2l by New Trails when second of 10 on his latest outing here over 1m 2f last month.
He has won three times from 1m to 1m 2f including a win on polytrack. Beaten 2l by New Trails when second of 10 on his latest outing here over 1m 2f last month.
Winner of five races from 7f to 1m on the all-weather (3 PO). Finished 3l behind Hypothetical when fifth of 10 on his latest outing over this course and distance last month.
Winner of five races from 7f to 1m on the all-weather (3 PO). Finished 3l behind Hypothetical when fifth of 10 on his latest outing over this course and distance last month.
He has won four times from 7f to 1m. Third of 6 behind Secret Ambition beaten 6l on his latest outing over this course and distance last month.
He has won four times from 7f to 1m. Third of 6 behind Secret Ambition beaten 6l on his latest outing over this course and distance last month.
He has won three times from 6f to 7f on the all-weather. A winner here over 6f last month, beating Dahawi by 1 1/4l.
He has won three times from 6f to 7f on the all-weather. A winner here over 6f last month, beating Dahawi by 1 1/4l.
Winner of five races from 6f to 1m. Beaten 16l behind Sleepy Eyes Todd at 12-1 when eighth of 12 on his latest outing at Keeneland over 7f in November last year. Having his first run for a new stable today, previously with Brendan Walsh.
Winner of five races from 6f to 1m. Beaten 16l behind Sleepy Eyes Todd at 12-1 when eighth of 12 on his latest outing at Keeneland over 7f in November last year. Having his first run for a new stable today, previously with Brendan Walsh.
Winner of seven races from 1m to 1m 2f, but last win was over two years ago. Well beaten at 33-1 behind Maximum Security when 13th of 14 on his latest outing at Riyadh over 1m 1f in February last year.
Winner of seven races from 1m to 1m 2f, but last win was over two years ago. Well beaten at 33-1 behind Maximum Security when 13th of 14 on his latest outing at Riyadh over 1m 1f in February last year.
He has won four times from 1m 1f to 1m 2f including a win on polytrack, but last win was over two years ago. Well beaten behind Secret Ambition when fifth of 6 on his latest outing over this course and distance last month.
He has won four times from 1m 1f to 1m 2f including a win on polytrack, but last win was over two years ago. Well beaten behind Secret Ambition when fifth of 6 on his latest outing over this course and distance last month.
He has won four times from 7f to 1m including a win on the all-weather. Third of 14 behind Bright Melody beaten 2l on his latest outing here over 1m 1f (good) last month.
He has won four times from 7f to 1m including a win on the all-weather. Third of 14 behind Bright Melody beaten 2l on his latest outing here over 1m 1f (good) last month.
He has won three times from 7f to 1m. Well beaten at 25-1 behind Space Blues when 10th of 11 on his latest outing at Riyadh over 6f (good) last month. He is wearing a hood for the first time. Having his first run for a new stable today, previously with M Al Mheriri in Saudi Arabia.
He has won three times from 7f to 1m. Well beaten at 25-1 behind Space Blues when 10th of 11 on his latest outing at Riyadh over 6f (good) last month. He is wearing a hood for the first time. Having his first run for a new stable today, previously with M Al Mheriri in Saudi Arabia.
Winner of five races from 7f to 1m 4f. Beaten 7l behind Hypothetical when eighth of 10 on his latest outing over this course and distance last month. He is wearing a hood for the first time.
Winner of five races from 7f to 1m 4f. Beaten 7l behind Hypothetical when eighth of 10 on his latest outing over this course and distance last month. He is wearing a hood for the first time.
Successful at 6f and 1m. Finished 2 3/4l behind Hypothetical when fourth of 10 on his latest outing over this course and distance last month.
Successful at 6f and 1m. Finished 2 3/4l behind Hypothetical when fourth of 10 on his latest outing over this course and distance last month.
Successful at 7f and 1m 1f. Beaten 10l behind Summer Romance when seventh of 10 on her latest outing here over 1m 1f last month.
Successful at 7f and 1m 1f. Beaten 10l behind Summer Romance when seventh of 10 on her latest outing here over 1m 1f last month.
A winner at 1m 1f. Beaten 3/4l by Hypothetical when second of 10 on his latest outing over this course and distance last month.
A winner at 1m 1f. Beaten 3/4l by Hypothetical when second of 10 on his latest outing over this course and distance last month.
A winner at 1m 2f on polytrack. Third of 10 behind New Trails beaten 2 1/4l on his latest outing here over 1m 2f last month.
A winner at 1m 2f on polytrack. Third of 10 behind New Trails beaten 2 1/4l on his latest outing here over 1m 2f last month.
North America has a good record when fresh and he is drawn well to attack the early lead in stall two, but the dirt track has been riding much fairer this season and he could be vulnerable late on if taken on up front. Midnight Sands was arguably the most progressive horse in the UAE last season but he also has questions to answer after a luckless spell in the US. One who could be underestimated in the market is KIMBEAR, who won this race back in 2018. The veteran has been disappointing this season and appears to be Doug Watson's third choice based on jockey bookings, but he is drawn well to track the early pace and he is entitled to be sharper today having only had two starts this campaign. Tuz made a very encouraging return to action in a handicap over C&D a couple of weeks ago and this big colt is likely to improve significantly for that outing.
NORTH AMERICA was below form in the Saudi Cup when last seen 12 months ago but he has a fine record when arriving fresh around this venue and is fancied to make a bold bid to resume winning ways. Midnight Sands, who may well bounce back to form re-united with Doug Watson, Blown By Wind and Kimbear head up the dangers, whilst Tuz may yet have a little more to offer.
Successful at 7f and 1m on good to firm and good to soft ground. A winner at 5-2 at Newmarket over 1m (good to soft) on his latest outing in July last year, beating Mystery Power by 6l.
Successful at 7f and 1m on good to firm and good to soft ground. A winner at 5-2 at Newmarket over 1m (good to soft) on his latest outing in July last year, beating Mystery Power by 6l.
He has won four times from 7f to 1m 1f on good ground. Third of 11 behind D'bai beaten 1/2l on his latest outing here over 1m last month.
He has won four times from 7f to 1m 1f on good ground. Third of 11 behind D'bai beaten 1/2l on his latest outing here over 1m last month.
He has won three times from 7f to 1m on good ground. Finished 4l behind Medahim when fourth of 15 on his latest outing at Abu Dhabi over 7f (good) last month.
He has won three times from 7f to 1m on good ground. Finished 4l behind Medahim when fourth of 15 on his latest outing at Abu Dhabi over 7f (good) last month.
He has won three times from 1m to 1m 4f on the all-weather, but last win was over two years ago. Beaten 3/4l by Zakouski when second of 7 on his latest outing over this course and distance last month.
He has won three times from 1m to 1m 4f on the all-weather, but last win was over two years ago. Beaten 3/4l by Zakouski when second of 7 on his latest outing over this course and distance last month.
He has won three times from 6f to 1m 1f on good to firm ground. Finished 1/2l behind D'bai when fourth of 11 on his latest outing here over 1m last month.
He has won three times from 6f to 1m 1f on good to firm ground. Finished 1/2l behind D'bai when fourth of 11 on his latest outing here over 1m last month.
He has won four times from 7f to 1m on ground varying from good to firm to soft and on the all-weather, but last win was over two years ago. Beaten a head by D'bai when second of 11 on his latest outing here over 1m last month.
He has won four times from 7f to 1m on ground varying from good to firm to soft and on the all-weather, but last win was over two years ago. Beaten a head by D'bai when second of 11 on his latest outing here over 1m last month.
Has won eight races from 1m to 1m 2f on ground varying from good to firm to soft and on the all-weather. Third of 7 behind Zakouski beaten 1l on his latest outing over this course and distance last month.
Has won eight races from 1m to 1m 2f on ground varying from good to firm to soft and on the all-weather. Third of 7 behind Zakouski beaten 1l on his latest outing over this course and distance last month.
He has won three times at 1m 2f on good to firm ground, but last win was over two years ago. Beaten 11l behind Star Safari when last of 7 on his latest outing here over 1m 2f (good) last month.
He has won three times at 1m 2f on good to firm ground, but last win was over two years ago. Beaten 11l behind Star Safari when last of 7 on his latest outing here over 1m 2f (good) last month.
A winner at 1m on good ground. Beaten 1 1/2l by Medahim when second of 15 on his latest outing at Abu Dhabi over 7f (good) last month.
A winner at 1m on good ground. Beaten 1 1/2l by Medahim when second of 15 on his latest outing at Abu Dhabi over 7f (good) last month.
Successful at 7f and 1m on good to soft ground, but last win was over two years ago. Finished 6l behind Ya Hayati when fifth of 15 on his latest outing here over 1m 2f in January.
Successful at 7f and 1m on good to soft ground, but last win was over two years ago. Finished 6l behind Ya Hayati when fifth of 15 on his latest outing here over 1m 2f in January.
He has won four times from 7f to 1m on good and good to soft ground and on the all-weather. A winner here over 7f (good) last month, beating Wasim by 1 1/4l.
He has won four times from 7f to 1m on good and good to soft ground and on the all-weather. A winner here over 7f (good) last month, beating Wasim by 1 1/4l.
Lord Glitters found a slow pace against him when a close third in the Al Rashidiya over C&D last month and that followed an impressive victory in the Singspiel on the opening night of the Carnival. David O'Meara's veteran is likely to go very well once again but the marginal preference is for AL SUHAIL, who was an impressive winner of a Listed race over a mile when last seen at Newmarket in July. The son of Dubawi was twice placed at Group level as a juvenile and he is from a family that improve with age. First Contact made a very encouraging debut for these connections when a close second in the Zabeel Mile and he should not be underestimated, while Court House is the pick of the remainder.
A Group 1 regularly dominated by Godolphin and AL SUHAIL looks all over their next Group 1 star. The youngest in the field, he won a Newmarket listed race as his rider liked when last seen and has even more to offer after just 6 starts. Lord Glitters and Court House weren't beaten far in the Al Rashidiya 3 weeks ago and won't be far away again.
Successful twice at 1m including a win on polytrack. Beaten 1 3/4l by Bright Melody when second of 14 on his latest outing here over 1m 1f (good) last month.
Successful twice at 1m including a win on polytrack. Beaten 1 3/4l by Bright Melody when second of 14 on his latest outing here over 1m 1f (good) last month.
Winner of five races from 1m 1f to 1m 2f. Finished 4l behind Salute The Soldier when fifth of 9 on his latest outing here over 1m 1f last month.
Winner of five races from 1m 1f to 1m 2f. Finished 4l behind Salute The Soldier when fifth of 9 on his latest outing here over 1m 1f last month.
He has won three times at 1m on the all-weather (1 PO). A winner here over 1m last month, beating Bright Start by 3/4l.
He has won three times at 1m on the all-weather (1 PO). A winner here over 1m last month, beating Bright Start by 3/4l.
He has won four times from 1m to 1m 2f. A winner over this course and distance last month, beating Dubai Icon by 2l.
He has won four times from 1m to 1m 2f. A winner over this course and distance last month, beating Dubai Icon by 2l.
He has won four times from 6f to 1m 1f. Finished 5l behind Salute The Soldier when sixth of 9 on his latest outing here over 1m 1f last month.
He has won four times from 6f to 1m 1f. Finished 5l behind Salute The Soldier when sixth of 9 on his latest outing here over 1m 1f last month.
Winner of five races from 1m to 1m 4f, but last win was over three years ago. Finished 2 3/4l behind Military Law when fourth of 11 on his latest outing here over 1m in January.
Winner of five races from 1m to 1m 4f, but last win was over three years ago. Finished 2 3/4l behind Military Law when fourth of 11 on his latest outing here over 1m in January.
Winner of seven races from 1m to 1m 2f. A winner at Jebel Ali over 1m 2f last month, beating Tailor's Row by a nose.
Winner of seven races from 1m to 1m 2f. A winner at Jebel Ali over 1m 2f last month, beating Tailor's Row by a nose.
Winner of seven races from 7f to 1m 1f including 4 wins on the all-weather (2 PO). A winner here over 1m 1f last month, beating Thegreatcollection by 1l.
Winner of seven races from 7f to 1m 1f including 4 wins on the all-weather (2 PO). A winner here over 1m 1f last month, beating Thegreatcollection by 1l.
Has won ten races from 7f to 1m. A winner here over 1m last month, beating Hypothetical by 4l.
Has won ten races from 7f to 1m. A winner here over 1m last month, beating Hypothetical by 4l.
Has won eight races from 6f to 1m 3f including 7 wins on the all-weather (1 PO). Finished 2 3/4l behind New Trails when fourth of 10 on his latest outing over this course and distance last month.
Has won eight races from 6f to 1m 3f including 7 wins on the all-weather (1 PO). Finished 2 3/4l behind New Trails when fourth of 10 on his latest outing over this course and distance last month.
Winner of seven races from 5f to 1m. Beaten 1l by Salute The Soldier when second of 9 on his latest outing here over 1m 1f last month.
Winner of seven races from 5f to 1m. Beaten 1l by Salute The Soldier when second of 9 on his latest outing here over 1m 1f last month.
Salute The Soldier sets the standard having won Round 2 last month but he had the ideal trip tracking Capezzano on that occasion and the extra half a furlong today is not certain to suit. Thegreatcollection has proven to be a very consistent performer this season but his last two efforts suggest that he is vulnerable this afternoon. With that in mind, a chance can be taken with ROMAN ROSSO, who showed some promise in two starts in the UAE last season and he made a really encouraging return to action when a close fourth in Round 1 over a mile in January. Satish Seemar's six-year-old was not far behind Thegreatcollection and Salute The Soldier on that occasion and he is much more likely to be suited to this trip. having won won a Group 1 over 1m4f in Argentina, and he is also much fresher. Richard Mullen appears to have picked Secret Ambition over the selection but the recent Firebreak winner has to prove that he stays and he will have much more competition for the lead this afternoon.
SALUTE THE SOLDIER proved suited by the step up in trip when holding Thegreatcollection at bay here last month and the duo are fancied to come home in the same order here in this higher grade. Multiple course winner Secret Ambition has the form to play a part but might have to settle for a place with his stamina not assured.
Winner of five races at 6f on good and good to soft ground. Finished 7l behind Man Of Promise when sixth of 14 on his latest outing over this course and distance last month.
Winner of five races at 6f on good and good to soft ground. Finished 7l behind Man Of Promise when sixth of 14 on his latest outing over this course and distance last month.
Successful at 6f and 7f on good ground and on the all-weather, but last win was over two years ago. Finished 7l behind Motafaawit when fourth of 10 on his latest outing here over 5f last month. He is wearing a visor for the first time.
Successful at 6f and 7f on good ground and on the all-weather, but last win was over two years ago. Finished 7l behind Motafaawit when fourth of 10 on his latest outing here over 5f last month. He is wearing a visor for the first time.
A winner at 6f on good to firm ground. Finished 8l behind Zainhom when sixth of 14 on his latest outing here over 7f (good) last month.
A winner at 6f on good to firm ground. Finished 8l behind Zainhom when sixth of 14 on his latest outing here over 7f (good) last month.
Successful at 6f and 7f on good ground. A winner over this course and distance last month, beating Final Song by 3l.
Successful at 6f and 7f on good ground. A winner over this course and distance last month, beating Final Song by 3l.
He has won four times from 6f to 1m on good to firm and good ground and on the all-weather. A winner at Abu Dhabi over 7f (good) last month, beating Moqtarreb by 1 1/2l.
He has won four times from 6f to 1m on good to firm and good ground and on the all-weather. A winner at Abu Dhabi over 7f (good) last month, beating Moqtarreb by 1 1/2l.
He has won four times from 5f to 7f on good to firm and soft ground. A winner here over 5f last month, beating Mutaraffa by 2 1/2l. He is wearing a shoes rear for the first time.
He has won four times from 5f to 7f on good to firm and soft ground. A winner here over 5f last month, beating Mutaraffa by 2 1/2l. He is wearing a shoes rear for the first time.
He has won three times from 7f to 1m on good to firm and good ground. Beaten 2 1/2l by Motafaawit when second of 10 on his latest outing here over 5f last month.
He has won three times from 7f to 1m on good to firm and good ground. Beaten 2 1/2l by Motafaawit when second of 10 on his latest outing here over 5f last month.
Successful at 6f and 7f on good to firm and good ground. A winner in the Group 3 Qatar Prix De Ris-Orangis at Deauville over 6f (good) in July last year, beating Glen Shiel by 1 1/4l.
Successful at 6f and 7f on good to firm and good ground. A winner in the Group 3 Qatar Prix De Ris-Orangis at Deauville over 6f (good) in July last year, beating Glen Shiel by 1 1/4l.
Winner of six races from 6f to 1m on ground varying from good to soft and on the all-weather. Beaten 13l behind Canvassed when seventh of 10 on his latest outing here over 6f last month. He is wearing a shoes rear for the first time.
Winner of six races from 6f to 1m on ground varying from good to soft and on the all-weather. Beaten 13l behind Canvassed when seventh of 10 on his latest outing here over 6f last month. He is wearing a shoes rear for the first time.
He has won four times from 5f to 6f on good to firm and good ground and on the all-weather. A winner over this course and distance last month, beating Moshaher by 5l.
He has won four times from 5f to 6f on good to firm and good ground and on the all-weather. A winner over this course and distance last month, beating Moshaher by 5l.
Successful twice at 7f on the all-weather. Beaten 10l behind Al Tariq when last of 8 on his latest outing here over 6f last month.
Successful twice at 7f on the all-weather. Beaten 10l behind Al Tariq when last of 8 on his latest outing here over 6f last month.
He has won three times from 7f to 1m on good ground. Beaten 7l behind Medahim when 9th of 15 on his latest outing at Abu Dhabi over 7f (good) last month.
He has won three times from 7f to 1m on good ground. Beaten 7l behind Medahim when 9th of 15 on his latest outing at Abu Dhabi over 7f (good) last month.
Successful at 5f and 7f on good and soft ground and on the all-weather. Beaten 3l by Man Of Promise when second of 14 on her latest outing over this course and distance last month.
Successful at 5f and 7f on good and soft ground and on the all-weather. Beaten 3l by Man Of Promise when second of 14 on her latest outing over this course and distance last month.
He has won three times at 5f on good and good to soft ground. Beaten 1l by Equilateral when second of 5 on his latest outing here over 5f last month.
He has won three times at 5f on good and good to soft ground. Beaten 1l by Equilateral when second of 5 on his latest outing here over 5f last month.
ROYAL CRUSADE remains unexposed as a four-year-old and he showed plenty of promise when finishing sixth in the Commonwealth Cup on his return to action last season. The son of Shamardal built on that performance to beat the subsequent Group 1 winner Glen Shiel in a French Group 3 when last seen in July. The lack of a recent run has to be a slight concern but he should take plenty of stopping if anywhere near ready. Acklam Express did not get a clear run when second in the Meydan Sprint over 5f last month and that effort suggests that the extra furlong today should not be a problem. Man Of Promise beat Final Song in a handicap over C&D last month but the filly could reverse that form on 13lb better terms this afternoon. Ekhtiyaar may reward each-way support but Doug Watson's gelding has some questions to answer at the moment.
ROYAL CRUSADE looked a sprinter to keep on the right side of when landing a similar event at Deauville last summer, so he earns the vote. His stablemate Man of Promise also looks promising though, and has more to offer, with 3-y-o Acklam Express another to note.
