SONETO NEGRO (10) could only manage to finish fifth when resuming from a spell two runs back then improved last start but found a couple better over 1100m at Palermo, beaten only 0.3 lengths. Beautifully placed and is sure to prove tough to beat. BOMBON TEXANO (6) raced once in the maiden preparation when fifth at this track over 1100m back on August 20 2025. Much better for that run and can get off the mark this time. CALIMALE (9) is a four-year-old entire on debut from the stable of Marcelo E Caimari. By Malenchini from Calihera. Fresh-up is expected to feature in the finish. ANTIESTETICO (5) is a three-start maiden who finished fifth, beaten 4 lengths, when resuming from a spell last start over 1000m at Palermo. Definite top-three hope with plenty of improvement to come.