LITTLE SOMETHING (9) has switched yards since scoring by 1.5 lengths at Kanazawa over 1700m on December 27. Key runner. TAMAMO SAIJO (5) built on a nice second two starts back at Nagoya with success as favourite over 1500m there two-and-a-half weeks ago, getting home by 2 lengths. Myojo Haru Dai scored on her last time and retains the mount. Finds a tougher race but she has the ability to test this field. AKARI RICKY (7) showed good early dash last start and held on well to finish third over 1800m at this track. Needs to be at his best to beat this field but he has the ability to mix it with them. COSMO JOSEPH (1) raced on the pace over 1400m at this track last time and went on to win by 1.5 lengths. Has been in great form with three victories from six outings this preparation and has claims.