Way out of the loop with regard to the form so falling back on the Sir Tristram system. Five qualifiers; from the bottom up:
Persan - linebred 5x5 to Sir Tristram. A tad one-paced and drawn out in the sticks. Might've considered if wet.
Oceanex - sire from a Zabeel mare. Likely leader but best form is in the wrong races.
The Chosen One - through Zabeel's son Savabeel. Trainer knows his stayers and going about 4 lengths better than last year which puts him in the finish if he races handy, draw no hindrance. 4-run prep as 5yo gives him a chance to hit a new peak. Don't normally bet each-way but will make an exception here.
Surprise Baby - dam by Kaapstad and sired by Cup winner. Ran on well last year but not a fan of these 2-start preps. Paul who? Paul Cummings? No? No bet.
Verry Elleegant - through Zabeel's obscure son Zed, where her stamina will need to come from. Form at 2400 impeccable but needs to settle with good horse's weight. Will have a saver if she gets out to silly odds.