The return of several promising gallopers adds another dimension to the meeting, while recent trial performances and proven course form could prove significant in identifying the leading chances.
Belmont Tips November 11
Bisley Workwear Maiden Tips (Race 3)
Belmont Best Bet - Race 3 No. 1 Don't Declare
Don't Declare had excuses first-up at Northam on October 29, with the Simon Miller-trained gelding encountering traffic at crucial stages before finishing third behind stakes-placed stablemate Snow Monkey in an 1100m maiden.
The son of Written By showed considerable promise during his first preparation, with an unlucky debut before performing admirably in stronger company, including a fourth in the Listed Placid Ark Stakes at Ascot, where he recorded the fastest final 800m, 600m and 400m of the contest.
His only appearance during a subsequent preparation resulted in a third as an odds-on favourite at Ascot in April, although that form has since worked out particularly well, with winner Xentaro progressing to become a five-time winner.
The rise to 1300m looks suitable following his latest effort, particularly as he resumed off just one trial on October 12, while barrier ten may not be a significant disadvantage for a horse who appears to appreciate having galloping room.
Although Don't Declare has proved frustrating for connections, he remains lightly raced with strong exposed form, and with William Pike retaining the ride, the additional distance and natural second-up improvement should give him an excellent opportunity to break through.
Choices By Dallimores Maiden Tips (Race 4)
Belmont Next Best Bet - Race 4 No. 10 Broda
Summer Dickson has been enjoying a productive season with her relatively small team, recording ten winners from 60 starters since the beginning of August, including two victories from six runners during November.
William Pike has enjoyed considerable success when combining with the stable, striking at 50% for Summer Dickson over the last 12 months, and his booking aboard Broda is particularly encouraging, with the four-year-old mare also having a tongue tie applied for the first time ahead of her second race appearance.
The daughter of Nicconi showed improvement when winning a 1050m trial at Lark Hill on October 19 before making her debut over 1400m at Belmont on October 28, where her sixth-place finish from 11 runners was considerably better than it appeared on paper.
After settling towards the rear in a race dominated by on-speed runners on a track favouring those closer to the pace, Broda worked home strongly and recorded the third-fastest final 200m of the meeting, suggesting the rise to 1650m would be ideal.
She demonstrated the ability to settle closer to the speed in her trial victory, giving Pike additional options from barrier seven, and with natural improvement expected from her debut effort, Broda looks well placed to open her winning account.
Swan Draught Handicap Tips (Race 7)
Belmont Value Bet - Race 7 No. 5 Fearless Talk
Fearless Talk may not be a prolific winner, but the Anne King-trained mare demonstrated her ability with consecutive victories during the autumn, both over 1400m, and looks capable of returning to form in Wednesday's Class 3 finale.
The seven-year-old resumed from a lengthy spell in the Westspeed Platinum Series at Ascot on October 24, starting at big odds in a messy race that included a riderless horse and covering additional ground, leaving her entitled to weaken late.
That contest was won by the handy So Si God, and the return to midweek company represents a more suitable assignment for Fearless Talk, who has produced some consistent performances over this distance, recording two wins and five placings from 11 attempts.
Her second-up record is another encouraging reference, having missed the placings only once from four previous attempts, including a victory and two third-place finishes, while she has also finished in the money on five occasions from ten appearances at Belmont despite remaining winless at the circuit.
Zephen Johnston-Porter retains the ride from barrier eight and could look to position the mare prominently, potentially challenging for the lead, and with her fitness improved and proven ability over 1400m, Fearless Talk appeals as an each-way chance.