1

Smoking Hot

Stays very well and is never too far off the action. Her last run was at this track and it was a good one. Include in the quartet.

2

Chewbaca

Solid form and has a solid chance. He goes well for rider Gareth Wright and they need to be taken very seriously.

3

Spring Fling

Is taking time to win again but brings consistent form into the race. He ran a nice race in a G3 last time and based on that alone could place in this.

4

Nebraas

He stays all day and has solid form and his chances of winning are very bright. 

5

Black Thorn

Has won his last two very well and is a must for the shortlist. If he were to reel off the hat trick it would be no shock at all – big chance. 

6

Crimson King

A tad more needed for the win.

7

Aragosta

Can do a lot better than he did in Durban July and has to be taken very seriously. 

8

Chollima

Is running well and comes into the race with each way claims. Trainer Glen Kotzen is having a very good season.

9

Shango

Seems to reserve his best efforts for this track but does have solid overall form and a bright each way chance.

10

Imperial Ruby

Has become a tad erratic but is more than capable on his day especially over these sort of trips.

11

Decorated

Won a G3 last time in fine style and has always been highly thought of by his trainer.

12

Shangani

Beat Nebraas last time and again should be very competitive – respect and include.

13

Out Of Your League

Ran a much better race last time but does have a bit to do for the win.

14

Salvator Mundi

Huge improvement on his last run can be expected and he is one of the leading light here. 

15

Rex Union

Has solid form and ran a cracker behind Black Thorn last time. He is drawn high but will have plenty time to jostle for a good position.

Reserves

16

Flying First Class

She stays well and if getting a run will have a chance.

17

Paybackthemoney

Cannot be fancied on current form and others are preferred.

18

Electric Surge

Seldom far off the action but others are preferred.