EPIC POET (3) ran an unlucky second in this race last year. He resumed from a spell last start over 2810m and came home strongly from sixth at the turn to finish second of eight in the G3 AL KHAIL TROPHY at Meydan. Racing in a fitter state he looks well placed to go one better. TENNESSEE STUD (6) resumes from a spell following a last start win in the G2 Prix Chaudenay at Longchamp over 3000m after leading into the turn. Has placed fresh-up in the past and with Ryan Moore taking over the reins should be fighting out the finish. GOODIE TWO SHOES (8) resumes from a spell after having finished second in the G1 Melbourne Cup at Flemington over 3200m last start in what was her only run last prep. Should race on the speed and fresh-up is well worth considering. VERMICELLES (10) resumes from a spell and having placed fresh-up last prep over 2400m at Kyoto can finish in the money. Include in combinations.
