TEX AIR (5) improved sharply on his 11th two starts back at Munich with success over 1600m at Dortmund two-and-a-half weeks ago, getting home by a head. Steps up a level but he is worth serious consideration. CHILI VALENTINO (8) ran below expectations when fresh from a spell at Dusseldorf over 1400m last time, finishing fifth and beaten 5 lengths. Has raced four times here and has never missed the frame. This looks a sterner test than last time but on his best form he is good enough to take this out. NATION OF STARS (9) was well in commission last start over 1200m at Dortmund when third, beaten 2.5 lengths. Wladimir Panov who has scored on her two times retains the mount. Certainly one to consider. IRELAND ALEXANDER (6) was out of the money when resuming from a spell last start over 1600m at Hannover, beaten 15 lengths. Fitter so anticipating a better run this time.