LONG SUCCESSION (4) finished third two runs back at this track then improved last time out to score by 2 lengths as public elect over 1400m at this track. Masayoshi Aoyagi scored on him last time and retains the ride. Nicely placed to give this a mighty shake. PLUS ULTRA (7) was in a different class last time with a dominant all-the-way win by 9 lengths at this track over 1500m. Has been in the top three at all seven starts here, including three wins. Leading contender. BELOVED WITCH (5) is close to breaking through following a narrow defeat last time over 1400m at this track. Likely to play a major role. DERMA LA MER (6) was prominent at the bend and finished third last time over 1400m at this track, beaten 3.5 lengths. Will trim down following recent racing. Suitably placed so anticipating another big run.