ALMA DE ORO (1) comes here off a break of nine weeks. Worth noting he filled a minor placing when returning from a spell last time in work over 2400m at Hanshin. Rates highly and makes plenty of appeal. ASK DEAD HEAT (7) was out of the money two runs back then again missed the frame last start over 2400m at Tokyo, beaten 2 lengths into fifth. Best form is this trip and placed only try course and distance. Encouraging effort last start. In the mix. BIRTHRIGHT (11) went to the paddock after scoring at his only appearance last prep four-and-a-half months ago over 2600m at Kokura. Should park just off the speed. Both career wins have been while fresh. RA SHALOM (8) has not appeared since he finished second over 2600m at Fukushima on April 19. Loves the trip. Excellent chance.