LITZDEEL has had good build up to a Geelong Cup. She maps for a nice run in transit near the pace. Back on a dry track is not against her. This time last year VALIANT KING was finishing 3rd in a Caulfield Cup. Not sure the heavy 8 was ideal last time for him. He looks ready to fire. International stayers have a great record in the Geelong Cup. SMALL FRY, OMNI MAN and POINT OF LAW look to have the right credentials and have a huge respect for all. Unfortunately none of them fared well at the barrier draw. BERKELEY SQUARE was a very good 3rd in this race last year. Expect improvement here with blinkers back on. THE EUPHRATES had a soft lead and every chance in the Metrop with his big weight. Given he was almost 2 years between runs before The Chelmsford he's sure to be improved again. ONESMOOTHOPERATOR was a brilliant winner of this in 2024. Like the way he's ticking over this Spring. SOULCOMBE will be improved by 3 runs back after having almost 3 years away from the race track.