SHAIKHAT AL ALTAA (6) looks close to a win after finishing in the money at both runs, the latest when second at this track over 1600m. Has the pace to settle in the leading division. Expected to be in the finish. SWAR ALAMAL (8) finished out of the money two starts back then was beaten 5 lengths when fifth over 1400m at this track two weeks ago. Won't find this as tough so she is sure to be prominent. HANOUF ALSHAHAIB (4) has switched yards since finishing fifth four weeks ago over 1600m at this track. Has ability and makes plenty of appeal. ALTEA (2) is a two-start maiden who finished fifth when resuming from a spell last start over 1600m at this track. Definite top-three hope with plenty of improvement to come.