KOITAMACHAN (7) went to the lead from the low draw last time out and was still there on straightening, eventually finishing second over 1800m at Kyoto Dirt. Well-placed and is going to prove tough to run down. GINKEI (8) is poised to win after placing at her last three outings, most recently when second over 1800m at Nakayama Dirt when she was in the firing line all the way. Looms as the obvious threat. SARASA CHACHACHA (12) closed last campaign with four consecutive minor placings and is back today after a break of 12 weeks. Has the pace to be in a prominent position from the outset. One of the main contenders. UNMIX (3) was prominent at the corner and finished second last start over 1700m at this track, beaten 1.5 lengths. Likely improver with strong prospects.