MERRY CHRISTMAS (1) got well back but charged home late for fourth over 1900m in the G3 Heian Stakes at Kyoto Dirt last time out. Form this campaign has been strong with two wins to his credit. Should be hard to stop. LOGI ADELAIDE (9) stuck on well when resuming last start to finish third over 1600m at Tokyo Dirt after showing good early speed. Placed to advantage and can feature in the finish. MIKKI NUCHIBANA (8) returns after a spell of ten weeks. Started the last campaign in good style when in the placings over 1800m at Nakayama Dirt. Comes here with definite top-three claims. HABIRE (15) never really threatened when resuming last time out, finishing midfield and beaten 9 lengths over 1600m at Tokyo Dirt. Worth noting his strong second-up record. Deserves another chance in this line up.