THE ULTIMATE KING (1) is a three-start maiden who finished second over 1m1f at Turffontein Standside last time out after being in contention on the corner. Ideally placed to shed the maiden tag. SEVENTH FLEET (2) finished 7 lengths away in fourth last time out over 7f at Turffontein Standside after being in contention on the bend when resuming from a lay-off. Steps up in journey. Has the gate speed to take up a forward position. Leading contender. FUTURE KING (8) was out of the money when resuming from a lay-off last start over 7f at Turffontein Standside, beaten 6 lengths. Nicely placed to give this a mighty shake. CHIEFTAIN'S SHIELD (5) finished fourth two runs back then improved last start but found a couple better over 1m2f at this track, beaten 2.25 lengths. Has his share of talent. Hard to beat in this suitable race.