RIPENING (1) showed good early muster and fought on to finish second when resuming last start over 1400m at this track. Drawn to stalk the leaders. Stepping up a level this time but on his best form he is right in contention. LIEN FORT (9) opened this prep last start with a third, beaten 4.5 lengths, over 1600m at this track. Well placed and should be tough to beat. DRAGON BUSTER (2) lines up on the back of a 3.5 lengths fourth over 1600m at this track. Has a decent record at this venue with a win and three minor placings from five starts. One of the main contenders. FRANCORCHAMPS (5) finished 9 lengths back in eighth over 1600m at this track last time out after a gutsy win the start prior. Should camp just off the leaders. Not to be discounted.