WATCHING STARS (2) finished 5.5 lengths away in fourth last time out over 1600m at this track after being prominent at the bend when resuming from a spell. Tackles a longer journey this time. Should be poised just off the lead. Expected to be in the finish. MERCHANT (3) looks to launch this prep the way he ended the last four-and-a-half months ago when he scored over 1700m at Wolverhampton. Race sets up well for him. LIGHTENING MANN (7) won his maiden three starts back and is nearing another victory with placings at his last two runs, most recently when third over 2010m at Beverley. Must include. GENERAL ADMISSION (5) turned in a solid run last time when boxing on to finish fourth at Southwell All Weather. Likely to relish the extra ground and is among the each way hopes.