The Peter and Paul Snowden-trained colt France, who was having his second run this preparation was impressive in winning here, his second win in six runs to date. He settled in last place from his difficult barrier (13), went widest of all on straightening and then showed a great turn of foot to hit the front and grab a late-closing win. The dual Group One winner Prized Icon raced in ninth place, moved up smartly (deep) rounding the home turn, challenged strongly at the 200m and then fought gamely for a good second. Spright was eighth on the rails, switched into clear running on straightening, challenged at the 200m and she then battled strongly for a very good third.