ARCHDUKE FERDINAND (4) improved sharply on his fifth two starts back at Haydock Park with success over 1200m at Redcar two-and-a-half weeks ago, getting home by one length after being in the firing line on the turn. This looks a sterner test than last time but on his best form he is right in contention. TAN RAPIDO (9) is a genuine type with two minor placings from three starts this prep. 1.5 lengths from the winner in second at the latest outing over 1200m at Kempton Park All Weather. It doesn't get any easier but on his best form he is good enough to take this out. PRINCE OF PILLO (2) proved too strong two runs ago at Southwell All Weather. Less impressive last time out when 15th over 1200m at York, beaten 9 lengths. Finds a suitable assignment and can get the job done. KING'S LYNN (8) returned from a spell two weeks ago when he was in contention on the corner before being beaten 4 lengths into sixth over 1200m at Haydock Park. Likely improver with top-three prospects.