STARDANCER (10) wasn't far off maiden success before a break of five months, finishing the campaign with a minor placing over 1200m at Southwell All Weather. Looks the one to beat. NATIVE INSTINCT (4) is a promising type who scored at his only run last prep seven months ago over 1200m at Redcar. Has won when fresh from a spell in the past. Likely to push forward and race on the pace. Will play a major role. PHILANTHROPIST (1) had been in top form landing two consecutive wins but last start missed the frame when fourth over 1400m at Ascot. Reunites with jockey Daniel Muscutt who knows him well, including two wins while aboard. Should be involved in the finish. UP THE PACE (6) returned from a spell last start with a strong win by 0.8 lengths over 1200m at Ascot. Fitter for that last hitout and he can measure up again.