GULBAHAR (6) finished 7 lengths away in seventh last time out over 1300m at Yesiloba two-and-a-half weeks ago. Steps up in distance today. Should park just off the speed. Leading contender. ETENGU (5) was well in commission on her debut over 1300m at Yil All Weather back on September 6 and finished sixth, beaten 18 lengths. Should progress this time and is expected to feature. REINE DES NEIGES (12) turned in a strong performance first-up when in the money at Antalya but disappointed last time when 12th, beaten 136 lengths, at Sirinyer over 1800m. Nicely placed to bounce back. SPES NOORA (15) was lining up for just the second time last start when fifth over 1700m at Antalya, beaten 6 lengths. Has the addition of blinkers. Can do better. Solid top-three hope.