CAPTAINS ALLIANCE deserves to get his head in front after back-to-back seconds at this level behind BOURBON KING and DIAMOND ROCK. While those rivals remain competitive off their higher ratings, the selection is better off at the weights with both rivals, so could have his consistency rewarded. However, SIGNOR DANTE wouldn't be winning out of turn either. ROYAL INFLUENCER reverts to turf in his hat-trick bid but has more to do at this level. COFFEE CRUNCH is open to improvement over this trip so shouldn't be underestimated.