#1 Escape Route started from a wide draw first-up but made a strong late run into fifth, finishing less than three lengths from the winner. He moves into a low gate second-up and can map much closer, placing him well to return to the winner’s enclosure. #4 Lucky Touch reunites with Zac Purton and was unlucky last start, being held up in the straight over 1400m at Sha Tin. With a clear run, he’s shown that he’s ready to win. #3 D Star returned in winning form first-up and, in a race that lacks depth, he has a solid chance to win again. #12 The Azure put in his best effort yet first-up and is set to progress further here.