Two weeks ago, over the same distance, the performance was adequate. A slow jump saw it settle towards the rear, maintaining a steady pace, but responded well when asked for effort to finish fourth, beaten by one and a half lengths. This race carries no additional weight, with comparable times against its group, and drawing a good barrier suggests a similar hold-up tactic. Showing a decent finishing kick, the horse is in favorable form and appears stronger than most of the competition. Trainer and jockey have a good understanding, and preparations are complete; it’s considered a strong contender.