The pace should be honest and that could create a proper test at the trip. Endorsement deserves favouritism on proven Group form, but this race has the feel of one where a rapidly improving horse could emerge.
Generic appeals as the value angle after his Dee Stakes second, while Mountain Cat brings the biggest unknown upside in the field. My Love Is King is another progressive type who could outrun his odds.
Final Rankings
Generic ⭐ Value selection
Endorsement ⭐ Most likely winner
Mountain Cat ⭐ Highest upside
My Love Is King ⭐ Each-way interest
Maho Bay
Bet: Generic each-way if 8/1+ remains available.
Win-only alternative: Mountain Cat at double-figure odds.
If Endorsement starts very short: oppose on value grounds rather than ability grounds.