Gai Waterhousetrained colt Dark Steel, having his third race start, scored a smart win resuming here. He began quickly from barrier six, went straight to the front and then settled nicely before dashing clear at the 200m. He then went on to win comfortably. Godolphinraced Art Nouveau raced behind the leader most of the way and fought on nicely for second while the Chris Wallertrained Encosta Line came with a late run from fifth at the turn to take the minor placing.