MISTY MORNING (1) wasted no time getting off the mark on debut over 2400m at Le Lion-d'angers two-and-a-half weeks ago. Has plenty of upside and should go on with it. MISSISSIPPI RIVER (2) impressed when successful on debut over 2450m at Cluny four weeks ago. Sure to be further improved and can make it back-to-back wins. MACSHADOW DES CRAI (7) did a fair job on debut last time out, finishing 4.5 lengths from the winner in third over 2400m at Moulins. Has ability and is among the chances. MACKTOAD (5) is a three-year-old gelding facing the starter for the first time. From an elite family that includes black type success, being by Beaumec De Houelle from Toady. Comes from a stable which has an impressive strike rate with the first-starters. Promising type who can play a big role.