THE DARK SIDE (9) has been out of the placings in two runs since a break, the latest when ninth, beaten 24 lengths, over 2300m at Rome. Will strip fitter and is all set to find winning form. COR VALENTINAE (2) was comfortably accounted for when 12th last time out over 1800m at Rome, beaten 25 lengths. That followed a win at Florence at the previous outing. Suitably placed so anticipating a better run this time. DISAWAY (4) hit the frame two starts ago at Rome but ran below par last time when ninth and beaten 8 lengths over 1400m at Milan. Likely improver with strong prospects. VERA AMICIZIA (8) has been out of the winner's list for a long time, last start finishing eighth at Rome over 1600m. Suitably placed so anticipating a bold performance.