LOUCAS (1) has scored at his last two starts, most recently by 1.3 lengths over 1600m at Group 2 level at Baden Baden. That continued the good form this campaign, with two wins and two minor placings from five outings. Top chance again. FONDO BLANCO (2) is racing well and is close to a win, the latest effort a solid third in the G3 Superior Mile at Haydock Park over 1609m after being prominent from the outset. Should settle just off the speed despite the draw. Has the talent to produce another positive result. NARDOS (7) finished 3 lengths from the winner in fourth last time out at Group 2 level at Baden Baden over 1600m. Has a strong record at this trip, scoring two times from three starts. Will find this a little easier than last start. Should measure up in this field. PERSHING (5) ran well below her best last time over 1200m in the G3 Goldene Peitsche at Baden Baden, beaten 33 lengths into tenth at $5.10. Has the gate speed to take up a forward position. Not to be discounted.