Has done nothing but improve lately, most recently dead-heating with COBRA KILLER GAR (10) in a 2700m Class C here 2 weeks ago. Anthony Barrier reining this time but can still contest the finish

Won 3 in a row before running 3rd of 10 finishers in a 2700m Class B here 3 weeks ago. Handed the 2-spot once again and in current form can make this his own

Honest sort that ran 5th in 22 March race of reference. Always gives his best but would be preferred over longer

Runner-up on comeback to the good Hohneck in a 2200m Caen Class D a month ago. Eric Raffin in the bike again and the draw will only enhance his prospects. Place chance

4th of 10 finishers, a place behind ISOFOU DU CHENE (2), in a 2700m Class B here 3 weeks ago. JMB back in the bike and must be taken seriously

7th of 10 finishers behind ISOFOU DU CHENE (2) in a 2700m Class B here 3 weeks ago. Appreciates 2100m over the main track though and could pleasantly surprise

9th of 10 finishers behind ISOFOU DU CHENE (2), on re-entry, in a 2700m Class B here 3 weeks ago. Will have progressed for the run, has solid references under these conditions, and is expected to finish in the mix

Has not been seen out since running 2nd to IBISCUS MAN (7) in a 2700m Class B here last October. Pads fitted for re-entry and can be passed over

Lost his action in a 2700m Class B here 3 weeks ago. Has been handed a poor draw but has 2 runs under his belt since the break and can make his presence felt if he stays in stride

Remarkable campaigner that dead-heated with TOTO BAROSSO (1) in a 2700m Class C here 2 weeks ago. Handed a tough draw but with a good break will be able to apply the pressure on ISOFOU DU CHENE (2)

Unseen in public since dominating a 2700m Class B here in early-February. Clearly in competition-mode, appreciates these conditions, but may just be taking on too much

Has not put a foot wrong lately, most recently winning a 2825m Class D at Le Croise-Laroche on 8 March. Takes on a better lot this time though and represents a minor place chance at best