FREDDY ROBINSON (6) was thereabouts last time out when third over 2000m at Doncaster. Won't be bothered by this longer journey. The testing material. MARIOENTO (7) started at $4.50 last time on the back of a win at Wolverhampton two starts ago but was below his best, finishing fifth over 2000m at Doncaster. Tackling a more suitable race this time so he is a major player. DR RIO (5) has not appeared since he finished fourth over 2220m at Southwell All Weather on December 19. Looks one of the genuine hopes in the race. NIBRAS GOLD (2) lines up for the first time since August 19. Started the last campaign in good style when in the placings over 3200m at Ffos Las. Lines up today for the first time for trainer J P Owen. Looks a strong top-three prospect.