Ladiam rates narrowly behind the top two on paper but is preferred on the strength of a progressive profile and a more solid book of form, which gives confidence that the rating reflects genuine ability rather than a flattering run or two. Lecale's Diamond holds the highest rating in the field and must be respected, while Liberated Light and Barryroe Madam are dangers at their best over this marathon trip on good ground at Listowel. With any fitness edge telling over twenty-two furlongs in a competitive eighteen-runner field, the nod goes to Ladiam.