NATSUMIKAN (9) saluted over 1200m at Ohi at his most recent appearance on July 4. Lines up today for the first time for trainer Masayuki Nakagawa. Rates highly and should take some beating in this much easier assignment. SMART PIRKA (4) went forward and gave a great sight before finishing second last time out over 1400m at this track. Should settle handy in the run. Has her share of ability. Hard to beat in this suitable race. NOUVELLE SOL (8) recorded her maiden win three back and is ready to score again after a couple of recent minor placings, the latest when second at this track. Has good early toe so she should be handy in the run. One of the main contenders. RIKEA DARJEELING (7) was racing well without winning, finishing in the money on two consecutive occasions, before finishing fourth last time out over 1400m at this track. Has good early toe so she should be handy in the run. Solid claims on best form.