A month ago, the horse ran below expectations over Sha Tin 1400m, slow to jump and settling towards the rear before finishing with a fast final two sections. He was beaten three and a half lengths into fifth place. In a subsequent Happy Valley mile trial, he benefits from a two-pound weight reduction, recorded the best time in his group, and has drawn a favorable barrier. The tactics will be to settle back and rely on a strong finishing kick. Given this horse's ability, it is considered a strong contender in this race. Andrea Atzeni takes the ride, with some understanding of the horse’s capabilities; despite potentially unfavorable circumstances and a trainer-jockey combination that hasn’t fully clicked, he could be worth considering for an each-way bet.