Sat 30 Mar 2024 Racecards

VERDICT: In a high-class renewal of this contest, marginal preference is for Tower Of London, who relished the return to quick ground when overcoming a bad trip to win the Red Sea Turf Handicap on Saudi Cup night last month. The son of Galileo had a lot more in hand than the winning distance suggests that day and he remains unexposed over marathon trips. Giavellotto was a length back in third on that occasion off top weight and, while he's not much better off with the selection, he is significantly better off with the likes of Enemy (second) and Al Nayyir (fourth). As a result, Marco Botti's charge could prove to be the main threat, although Eldar Eldarov and Coltrane would be key players if producing the pick of their European form. Siskany has a good record at this venue but was a beaten favourite in this race 12 months ago, while Trawlerman improved last season but was very disappointing on his only previous appearance in the UAE.