Talked to Ramon today both on and off camera - video is posted at
http://www.dubairacenight.com
Really get the impression he likes IWR a bunch more than Gio Ponti. IWR has been working at literally, 4:45am and Marcus Hersh is all about him, thinks its a great sign. I think he has a great chance - but the race could be ripe for an upset from the 1 or 12.