1

Lim’s Kosciuszko

Singapore’s joint highest rated horse who has been unstoppable in two starts since a no-show in December’s G1 LONGINES Hong Kong Sprint (1200m). Oozing class and at level weights here, he is the one to beat.

2

Katak

The likely danger to Lim’s Kosciuszko after a gallant run into second place the last time they met in the SIN G1 Raffles Cup (1600m). A big run is to be expected.

3

Hongkong Great

Last year’s SIN G1 Singapore Gold Cup (2000m) winner who is better than his last-start 11th place in the SIN G1 Raffles Cup (1600m). He looked well in his recent trial and warrants plenty of respect.

4

Mr Malek

Relished a hot tempo in this race last year to pick up a minor placing cheque. If they run along again this year, he is in with a shout.

5

Rocket Star

Withdrawn

6

Sacred Croix

Will map midfield or worse and be doing his usual best work late. Hasn’t won for 756 days but has finished in the placings many times.

7

Street Of Dreams

Up-and-coming four-year-old who brings the ‘X-factor’ to the race. He faces his toughest test yet racing at set-weights but should be unleashing with his big turn-of-foot and giving this a mighty shake up.

8

Fame Star

Scored a solid track and distance win last start, leading all the way in fast splits. Group 1 level is a big ask and he is a pace influence here.

9

Minister

Winner of this race two years ago whose form has been moderate since. However, you cannot completely discount him.

10

Circuit Mission

Unsuited at set-weights here and prefer him in a handicap on the light weight.

11

Cyclone

Still lightly-raced in Singapore with nine starts for one win and a third placing. He will be back in the running here and be making a late bid.

12

Mr Black Back

Another pace influence in the race who faces an uphill task at level weights.

13

Trumpy

Performs much better in handicaps and faces a tough test on his rating at set-weights.