FAST AFFAIR (10) last raced when successful by 0.8 lengths over 1700m at Wolverhampton a year ago. Lines up today for the first time for trainer Mrs S Gardner. Rates highly and should take some beating. CURTIZ (9) started favourite last time out over 2000m at Windsor but found a couple better, making it two minor placings from three starts this campaign. He is a real danger. MARIOENTO (6) won his maiden five starts back and is nearing another victory with placings at his last two runs, most recently when third over 2840m at Salisbury. One of the main chances. RUN OF LUCK (11) turned in a modest performance when eighth last start over 2040m at Newcastle All Weather, beaten 7 lengths after a good first-up win at Doncaster. Likely improver with top-three prospects.