Motivator, who is vying for favouritism in the Vodafone Derby, is among 11 horses to stand their ground for Thurday's totesport Dante Stakes at York.
Michael Bell's colt is set to make his seasonal bow in the 10-furlong event, having sidestepped the 2000 Guineas at Newmarket.
The son of Montjeu is a general 5-1 chance for Epsom after his impressive victory over Albert Hall in the Racing Post Trophy at Doncaster last autumn.
Albert Hall, who is trained by Aidan O'Brien, has also been confirmed for the race, along with stablemates Falstaff, Indigo Cat and Grand Central, although the latter runs in Ireland tomorrow.
Kandidate, third in the 2000 Guineas, is Clive Brittain's entry, while Jeremy Noseda is set to step Newmarket maiden winner Proclamation up in class.
Godolphin have Belenus, winner of his only start to date, while Sir Michael Stoute has an interesting possible in Blue Train.
John Gosden's Plea Bargain and the David Elsworth-trained The Geezer complete the confirmations.
Filed by Katie Byrne
