GROOVEJET defied a 3-point penalty when winning over 2000m last time under the same weight, so a further 3-point hike isn't likely to prevent another forward showing. Stablemate KWITE A KING is 2kg better off and should turn the tables from a favourable inside stall. Both TOTHEMOONANDBACK and ALADDIN'S LAMP are 2.5kg better off so are weighted to be competitive on these revised terms. LA PULGA is open to improvement stretching out to this distance for the first time, so he's best kept safe. HAPPY DAYS and GENTLEMAN JOE complete the shortlist.
by Fabien Golab