VELIKAYA (1) will find this a little easier than her second on debut two-and-a-half weeks ago, beaten a head at the end of 2000m at Longchamp. Likely improver so a big run is anticipated. LA BANEZA (6) did a fair job on debut last time out, finishing 2.25 lengths from the winner in fifth over 2000m at Longchamp. Will be very hard to beat with that run under the belt. PEARL OF HOPE (7) will strip fitter for this after running below expectations first-up at Lyon-Parilly, finishing fifth and beaten 9 lengths over 2400m. Well placed and there is no reason she cannot find winning ways. XCLUSIVITE (5) is progressing well and is close to a win, the latest effort a solid third at Le Lion-d'angers over 2000m. Finds a suitable race and can build on solid recent efforts.