Four weeks ago, over the same distance, this horse performed very well, jumping moderately and settling towards the back before finishing fast in the final two sections to secure second place, beaten by half a length. This time, he carries only a 2lb penalty, is favorably positioned within his group with good timing, and has drawn a good barrier. The tactics are expected to be to settle back and rely on a strong finishing kick, which is considered among the best in the field; overall form looks promising. The jockey appears to have some understanding of the horse’s capabilities, and there's mutual trust between jockey and trainer, with gate work suggesting readiness to compete strongly.