SZIA (3) finished third when resuming from a spell last start over 2200m at this track. Best figures measure up favourably. ALEJA (5) scored over 2400m at Halle at her most recent appearance on October 31. One of the genuine hopes in the race. EARL OF LIPS (2) returns after a spell of six months. Started the last campaign impressively when in the placings over 2200m at this track. Can make his presence felt. EMMECI (4) was out of the money two runs back when fresh from a spell then again missed the frame last start over 2400m at Cologne, beaten 9 lengths into fourth. Nicely placed to find some form.