BULLET TOOTH TONY (7) has the most reliable exposed form after placing at both runs this campaign at this track, most recently second to Sossusvlei when beaten just under a length as a well-supported favourite after firming. His record at this venue and around 1250m gives him the strongest platform. VELORIAN KING (10) is the danger with upside, having gone from a sixth on debut to a third behind African Wild Dog, beaten just under two lengths, and he should be fitter third-up. HEY JACK YOUR LATE (9) made a neat debut when second to Big City Roller, beaten a length and a half, and his one run already stacks up at the track and distance. ROYAL EAGLE (2) is the debutant to respect from a stable with a 14% debut strike rate and a 41% placing rate with first starters, with barrier two giving him every chance to make a professional start.
