Six weeks ago, this horse secured a strong win over the same distance, settling well and finishing with a fast final two sections to take the victory by two and a half lengths. Moving up in class, he now benefits from an 11-pound weight reduction for this race and has demonstrated good form at this trip with competitive times within his group. He is expected to track the pace setters and connections are confident in their trainer-jockey partnership. The horse has been undergoing targeted work leading up to the race indicating sufficient preparation, despite drawing a unfavorable barrier. A clean break will be crucial, but if he jumps well and maintains a forward position, he should perform competitively.