Races ORP Kawasaki - JAP

Safely held at Funabashi last start and unplaced in five tries around 1600m. Has to lift sharply.

Two recent seconds read well and he keeps closing off, but a long 1600m place record without a win tempers the confidence.

Back after five weeks and proven at this track and distance. Last-start fourth behind Rickey's Luck was better than the margin reads.

Back from five weeks off and capable on prior form, but was well held behind Rickey's Luck last start. Place claims look fairest.

Back after five weeks and returns to a winning distance. Strong jockey record and track-and-trip form keep him in the main chances.

Big-odds third last start was an improvement, but six unplaced tries at this track and distance are a clear query.

Class drop helps third-up, but two heavy defeats this campaign make him a risky place-only proposition.

Back after five weeks and better suited at 1600m, but the latest 2000m run was too plain to be confident.

Recent runs have been plain and she has been at big odds. Plenty of 1600m experience, but others appeal more.

Back after five weeks with three straight wins and a perfect track-and-distance record. Clearly the runner they have to beat.

Freshened since a fair fifth and was only a neck off Rickey's Luck two back. Place profile is sound.

Back after five weeks following a sharp C1 win at this venue. One from one at 1600m and a major danger again.

Back after five weeks, but recent margins are heavy and he is unplaced in nine starts across the past 12 months.

Well held at Funabashi last start and safely beaten behind Rickey's Luck two back. Minor claims at best.