With the upgrade in class against some of Singapore's sprinting heavyweights, many thought Emperor Max would be hard-pushed to maintain his unbeaten run, but the popular galloper again rose to the occasion to score his fifth win from as many starts at Kranji on Sunday.

Champion three-year-old War Affair makes his long awaited return at Singapore on Sunday and appears well placed to build on his already impressive record.

It was not the breathtaking comeback most had expected, but despite beating one home, War Affair still pleased connections with his first barrier trial after a three-month break on Tuesday.

The very wayward Super Ninetyseven restored plenty of confidence back in his camp after he came from the tailend to score first-up from a two-month spell on Sunday.

Smart galloper Red Beard confirmed his recent revival with an impressive winning display in the $125,000 Open race over 1400m on Sunday.