UMUDUM DENİZ (3) scored by 1L over course and distance after successive Şanlıurfa thirds. He has four dirt victories overall and retains Ahmet Bayar from that latest success. KRALDOĞAN (6) has twice finished runner-up recently and boasts six wins on sand. The veteran remains dangerous despite a long losing sequence. KÜÇÜK BOZTEPE (2) recovered to third tackling 1300m following several defeats and has previously been effective over shorter trips. His speed gives him some appeal. KARA MAHO (9) was second attempting 1700m here last week. Earlier local sprint placings provide some reassurance but such a sudden drop in trip is an obstacle.
