NERO TULIP (4) is back after a break of four-and-a-half months. Looking to emulate his win at this track at the beginning of last prep. Rates highly and should take some beating. SHEAR MAGIC (7) scored narrowly over 1106m at Laurel (Turf) last time out with today's jockey H Karamanos in the irons. Down in the weights this time so he is a leading contender again. RISK FACTOR (1) was safely held when fifth last time out over 1609m at this track, beaten 6 lengths. That followed a win at this track at the previous outing. Yet to miss the placings in two starts over this course and distance. Suitably placed so anticipating a better run this time. KING JULIEN (2) was unplaced two runs back when fresh from a spell then again missed the frame last start over 1006m at this track, beaten 5 lengths into fourth. Well placed and can figure in the finish this time.