Fast pace assured with Ringho, King Harry and Busstopinhounslow leading the charge. LEAD THE CHARGE (5) stayed on when finishing fourth of nine over 1450m last time. It must be noted that the horse that finished second that day has come out and won since. He has been gelded since that outing which may have done the trick. Rates highly. PIBE DE ORO (6) showed good speed when second over 1100m on the Standside course last time. He would have come on from the run and should strip much fitter. S'manga Khumalo retains the ride and the pair merit healthy respect. TIGER STORM (8) ran a fair race on debut over this distance at the Vaal. He would have gained from the experience and he should make the natural improvement needed. WATCHMAN (9) is an unraced son of Var from the Tony Peter stable with Calvin Habib in the saddle. He is related to multiple winners including Luna Halo and A Place In The Sun. If not too green, he should start his career on a positive note.