Al Basti Equiworld Dubai Amateur Jockeys' Handicap (GBBPlus Race)

Three wins in his last five efforts proved strong prior form, but last time on softer ground he was well beaten; returning to faster going here and fitted with cheekpieces for the first time, the return to preferred conditions makes him a significant threat despite the same mark.

Absent for nearly two months and disappointing on his most recent start at Newcastle, beaten 15 lengths; arguably best beyond today's 10f trip and needing to rediscover his form back on turf after a break, he is an uncertain proposition despite the longer distance being a potential positive.

Out of the places in his last four outings and well behind when uncompetitive here last time, he also faces a question over whether he will see out 10f for the first time; best at 6-7f with cut, today is a significant challenge for a horse who has been winless in recent starts.

Beaten only a head last time when tried in a tongue-tie, showing his current form is solid; he enjoys setting the pace and acts on sound ground, and the tongue-tie continues today, though stamina for the step up to 10f remains the key question.

Pulled hard at Leopardstown last time and was beaten 5 lengths, having taken a strong hold; consistent enough in terms of form but returning after 48 days off, and the addition of a tongue-tie today suggests connections are looking to settle him, which remains the key risk.