SECRET ROYAL (6) was far from disgraced when second last start over 1800m at this track, beaten 0.9 lengths. That followed a win at this track the start prior. The engagement of Mehmet Taskaya is a positive move. Going up a level this time but he is good enough to play a major role. ROYALGUARD (5) registered a strong win at Diyarbakir two runs ago. Not disgraced last time out when second over 1900m at this track, beaten 0.7 lengths. The engagement of Ferit Yardimci is a positive move. This looks a sterner test than last time but on his best form he is one of the chief contenders. CAPTIVATING (2) opened this prep with a win two runs ago. Not as effective last time out when sixth over 1900m at this track, beaten 18 lengths. Going up a level this time but he deserves plenty of thought. KORKMAZ KARDESLER (4) missed the frame last time when seventh at this track. That followed a run of two wins on end. Has the gate speed to take up a forward position. One of the better hopes.