M T TOP (6) was always well out of her ground when tenth over 1400m at this track last start, a less impressive effort than her sixth at this track the run before. Has a good record at this course and distance, including two wins. Suitably placed so anticipating a big run this time. UMETARO (8) was out of the money when resuming from a spell last start over 1500m at this track. Tatsuya Nakajima is a key engagement. Fitter so expect a better run this time. POD BULLET (3) showed little early speed last start and failed to come on in the straight when ninth over 1400m at this track. Has the ability to take this out. HYAKUSHIKI (5) was out of the money two runs back then again missed the frame last start over 1500m at this track, crossing the line in sixth. Capable of featuring prominently.