DIRTY CHAI (3) didn't fire a short first-up at Ascot but she was a second-up winner last campaign. Faithfull hops in the saddle now and she strikes at 21% when riding for Team Pearce. She's drawn well and with the added fitness on her side, she can get back to winning ways. COLLECTIVE (2) was too far back first-up before a strong effort recently, beaten 1L at this track and trip. She mightn't get as far back today and she should be hitting her peak third-up. Can go to another level now and she can make her presence felt. CLEVER COMBAT (8) was strong here 10 days ago when only 1.3L away over this course and distance. He's building into the campaign nicely and if he can replicate his latest effort, he'll be right in the finish. IRONCLAD BOY (1) won well last start over 1213m here and he steps out in trip again today. Can get the job done again. KING KAWANA (5) needs some luck from the barrier but his best form is good enough to feature.