MEISHO SENDO (14) is yet to break through in eight runs. Finished fourth at his last appearance over 1700m at this track on July 4. Likely to be in the finish in this suitable assignment. MONT ROYAL (12) made progress last time out, finishing 4.5 lengths from the winner in third at the end of 1800m at Kokura. Well placed and there is no reason he cannot find winning ways. CHURCHILL DEUCE (3) finished out of the money when fresh from a spell two starts back then was beaten 5 lengths when fifth in a 1700m contest at this track two weeks ago after being prominent at the turn. Likely improver with strong prospects. ITOSHISA (6) led early and was still in the firing line on the turn before tiring to finish fourth over 1700m at Fukushima Dirt last time out. Among the better chances in what looks a nice race.