1

Forever Young

Superstar Japanese galloper could only manage third in this race last year after an epic but taxing G1 Saudi Cup (1800m) win over Romantic Warrior. Again comes in off Saudi Cup success and is the one to beat.

2

Magnitude

American galloper resumed from a spell with a nice victory in a G3 at Oaklawn Park and rarely runs a bad race. Might struggle to match Forever Young but remains a place chance.

3

Hit Show

Won this race in a massive boil over 12 months ago and again brings strong form from the United States. Hard to see him beating Forever Young again but can figure in the placings.

4

Meydaan

Was mightily impressive when brushing aside a few of these to win the G2 Al Maktoum Classic (2000m) at this course and distance last month. Biggest threat to Forever Young.

5

Imperial Emperor

Has won both starts since failing to beat a runner home in this race last year and will benefit from a freshen-up since his G1 Al Maktoum Challenge (1900m) success on 23 January. Keep safe.

6

Tumbarumba

Another who enters the contest in top form after following up a Meydan G1 second with third behind Forever Young in the G1 Saudi Cup (1800m) last month. Strong place chance.

7

Walk Of Stars

Was fourth in this race last year and has maintained some decent form since, but looks to be operating at a level below the best in this contest.

8

Heart Of Honor

Was solid when third behind Imperial Emperor in the G1 Al Maktoum Challenge (1900m) but struggled behind Meydaan in the G2 Al Maktoum Classic (2000m) last start. Prefer others.

9

Tap Leader

Was a winning machine in Russia before joining the Dubai stable of Doug Watson. Won at Meydan in January before finishing third behind Meydaan in the G2 Al Maktoum Classic (2000m) last start. Look elsewhere.