Godolphin-raced import It’s Somewhat scored a smart first up win. He began well and settled in sixth place, on the rails. He got along the inner, under riding, at the 300m, got to a narrow lead at the 200m and under the urgings of William Buick, he fought back gamely to score by a long head at the post, looking set for a good preparation. New Tipperary was a handy third, but tapped wide without cover. He moved up (still deep) on turning for home, challenged at the 200m and battled strongly for a good second after a wide trip. Testashadow worked to find the lead from his wide barrier (10), was only headed at the 200m and then battled strongly for a close up third, going well after working most of the way. The favourite He’s Our Rokkii had a good run in sixth place, one off the rails. He put in a bid at the 300m and then kept fighting on for (1.6 lengths) fourth after seeming to have every chance.