THE ULTIMATE KING (1) is a three-start maiden who finished second over 1800m at Turffontein Standside last time out after being in contention on the corner. Ideally placed to shed the maiden tag. SEVENTH FLEET (2) finished 7 lengths away in fourth last time out over 1400m at Turffontein Standside after being in contention on the bend when resuming from a spell. Steps up in journey today. Has the gate speed to take up a forward position. Leading contender. FUTURE KING (8) was out of the money when resuming from a spell last start over 1400m at Turffontein Standside, beaten 6 lengths. Nicely placed to give this a mighty shake. CHIEFTAIN'S SHIELD (5) finished fourth two runs back then improved last start but found a couple better over 2000m at this track, beaten 2.25 lengths. Has his share of talent. Hard to beat in this suitable race.