Strong tempo with Heemstede, Lightningfork and Global Reef leading the way. GLOBAL REEF (3) was running on when second of 13 over 2400m on this course last time. He returns from a spell which may have done him the world of good. If not in need of this outing, he may find himself in the winner's enclosure. HEEMSTEDE (1) is having his first run for the Alan Greeff stable. It must be noted that the horse that finished second in his last outing has come out and won since. Richard Fourie is booked to ride and there should be good improvement to come. PROLIFIC STAR (4) returns from a spell, during which time he changed stables. He is racing over a longer trip and if settled into his new surroundings should be figuring on the finish. DUTCHESS D'ORANGE (11) showed massive improvement when second over this course and distance last time. It must be noted that the horse that finished fourth that day has come out and won since. If confirming her recent improvement, she should give the males a decent run for their money.