Betway Conditions Stakes | 2m½f | 4yo+ | Sky There is a smattering of quality in this Fast-Track Qualifier for All-Weather Finals Day at Lingfield and that's particularly true of Mekong, who comes straight out of a Group 1. That wasn't just any Group 1, either. Mekong was last seen competing in the Gold Cup at Royal Ascot in June, when he finished 23 lengths behind Stradivarius in fifth. He never got into that race after a slow start and was evidently outclassed, but this time it's Mekong who could outclass his rivals now he is dropped significantly in grade. This time last year Mekong was enjoying the sunshine in the Middle East, where he produced solid efforts to finish fourth in a Listed handicap at Meydan and second in a valuable event at Riyadh. A reproduction of either run would give him a big chance here.