Track record is respectable, but the latest fifth behind San Diego was only fair and 2400m is new. Has to lift.

Recent 1400m form is plain and past 2400m attempts have not produced a placing. Others bring stronger claims.

Back after a spell with five wins from twelve at this track. New 2400m trip tests him, but his record keeps him in the mix.

Class drop helps after a long-way defeat at Kawasaki, but the new 2400m task demands a much stronger effort.

Two from two this campaign and already proven at this track and distance. Third-up with Yano staying aboard, he is a strong winning chance.

Last run was plain, but the prior third behind Greek Treasure reads well enough for a place hope at this venue.

Back after a spell with modest recent form and only one placing in the past 12 months. Hard to make a strong case.

Returns off a solid C1 win at this track and gets a class drop with the winning rider back. New trip is the query, but he looks the one to beat.

Resumes with Sasagawa back aboard, a positive pairing. Last campaign ended flat, so he is more a place hope than a win push.

Has some honest career figures, but recent defeats have been clear and 2400m is untried. Improvement is required.

Consistent place profile and a strong track record. First go at 2400m is the reservation, but he belongs in exotics.

Beaten big margins at his past two and unplaced from four at this venue. Hard to entertain.

Last-start winner who beat Wurdig with a bit in reserve and has a good record at this venue. New 2400m trip is the main query.