AL MISBAR (9) resumes from a spell of six months after closing off last preparation with three consecutive minor placings. Sure to be right there at the business end. DEFENCE MINISTER (2) was well held in the Middle Park Stakes won by Shadow Of Light over 1200m at this track at his last appearance six-and-a-half months ago. Very well placed in this company and looks hard to beat. THE DRAGON KING (5) lines up for the first time since October 5. Started the last campaign in good style when in the placings over 1000m at Southwell All Weather. Among the better hopes. DOUBLE RUSH (12) got off the mark with an impressive maiden win when resuming last time out over 1200m at Wolverhampton. Is lightly raced and has plenty of scope for improvement. Jason Watson was in the saddle on that occasion and retains the mount. Harder this time but still one to consider.