KING OF THE CASTLE (15) has been in the market at his last couple of runs but failed to threaten, the latest effort a modest fifth at Wingatui over 1500m. The testing material on his best form. PAR TEE (7) got well back over 2225m at Ascot Park last time and never threatened, eventually finishing 5.5 lengths away in sixth. Must raise the bar but a big run is on the cards. LOFTYS GIFT (2) was in the money two starts back at Riccarton Park but couldn't back it up last time when 13th, beaten 5 lengths, at Riccarton Park over 1600m. Perfectly placed and is sure to play a pivotal role. PRINCE ALBY (1) was unplaced two runs back then again missed the frame last start over 2100m at Trentham, beaten 3.5 lengths into sixth. Better than recent efforts suggest.