SUNS (4) has the strongest form after his four-length win at Ohi, boasting ten wins and six places from 20 starts, which adds substance to his performance. He was beaten by two and a half lengths in B2B3 company before that, but his latest effort marks a sharp return to winning form. VIP SOLIO (9) resumes from a four-month break with a solid course record of four wins and four places from eleven starts here, plus two wins from two at the distance. He needs to rebound after a poor last performance as the favorite, though his local form is impressive. SPENCER BAROWS (1) has placed in both runs this campaign and returns to 1600m, where he has four wins. OPERA PLAGE (7) remains unbeaten this campaign, winning last start by a nose over Hokko Somnium after a strong B2 win prior, keeping him competitive despite the closer previous finish.