LORD ABAMA (2) could only manage fifth two runs back then improved last start but found one better over 1200m at Thirsk, beaten 2 lengths after being in the firing line on the corner. Steps up a level but he is good enough to take this out. EMPEROR CARADOC (3) resumed three-and-a-half weeks ago over 1000m at Pontefract and was only beaten 2 lengths into fourth. Nicely placed to feature in the finish. KODE SECRET (6) returned from a spell a week-and-a-half ago when he was prominent at the turn before being beaten 3.5 lengths into seventh over 1450m at Ayr. Strips fitter and can feature. DUTCH FINALE (7) is back after a break of nine months. At the last run before the layoff he finished seventh over 1200m at Newmarket (July). Has ability and must be included in calculations.