BESET (7) was returning from a break last time out and proved too classy, scoring by 1.3 lengths over 2100m at Sligo. Will be better for that latest run and looms as the one to beat again. SANTORINI STAR (2) was well supported when resuming last time out over 2010m at Brighton and proved too strong, scoring by 1.5 lengths. Won at her only second-up appearance and is among the winning hopes again. MERIBELLA (1) finished third over 2600m in the LR River Eden Fillies' Stakes at Lingfield All Weather at her most recent appearance on November 13. Definite top-three chance. ORCHARD KEEPER (9) was narrowly beaten into second when second up last start at Southwell All Weather over 2400m. Jack Mitchell has won when aboard in the past and gets the ride again. Must be respected.