EL VENCEDOR (1) tried hard in the G1 Livamol Classic here last time out, but had to settle for second, after going for home at the top of the straight. He will be at his peak fitness, and we should look no further for the winner. THE ODYSSEY (3) caught the eye with an impressive last-to-first win here 10 days ago over a mile. He rocketed home fresh up from last at Taupo before that, and with the step up to 2000m, he is the main threat to the top pick. SHARP 'N' SMART (2) finally showed something like his former good form when stretching out strongly late to finish third in the G1 Livamol Classic last time out. He would be a popular winner, but for us, he is a top 3 chance. AFTERMATH (11) was fourth in the G1 Livamol and was hitting the line nicely. He has yet to feature in the top 3 on this course, which is a query for us, but include him in all combinations. MIDNIGHT BLUE (5) has been a good performer over the years. He may need this run, but can never be totally ruled out.