PIZ NAIR (1) profiles as the one to beat, having finished last campaign with a strong second over 1600m on the classic course here. He has a proven fresh record with two first-up wins, making him the one to beat. REDEMPTION TIME (3) is an interesting runner on debut for the Maher Ebrahim stable. He showed his ability when placing first-up in Group 2 company over 1400m at this track last prep, and he can make his presence felt fresh up in this. COMPETIZIONE (4) resumes after a narrow win over 1400m on the classic course here, scoring by a neck six-and-a-half months ago. The stable switch to Maher Ebrahim is no issue, and he looks a strong each-way chance. ROYAL SCIMITAR (2) also resumes and usually comes to hand quickly, having won first-up last campaign over 1400m in Group 2 grade at this track. He deserves respect and can be right in the finish.