The class act in this race by a considerable margin. Average performance of 64 is head and shoulders above the rest of the field, and his form trend of 22-62-73-82-80-64 reveals a dog who peaked in the low 80s and is still operating at a level far beyond D2 standard. The closing running style is the only concern over 277 metres, where the break is paramount, but his sheer superiority in performance terms should compensate — he can afford to give these rivals a couple of lengths at the first bend and still mow them down. Trainer Brabon's 30% strike rate is the best at the meeting, adding another layer of confidence. The speed rating of 33 looks modest on paper, but that reflects his closing style rather than any lack of raw ability. This is a dog operating in a grade well below his ceiling.