TENDERLY (6) returns from a break of three-and-a-half months. Genuine performer last prep whose most recent appearance resulted in a win over 2000m at this track. Ideally placed to score while fresh. HAKUSHU (11) is racing well without being able to break through, the latest effort a third over 2000m at this track five weeks ago. Goes well at this distance including four wins so he is high among the chances. TAKERU SURVIVAL (4) was comfortably accounted for when seventh last time out over 2000m at this track, beaten 9 lengths after being prominent at the turn. That followed a win at this track at the previous outing. Finds a suitable race and can figure in the finish. IMMORTEL (10) got the prize two runs ago but was less impressive last time out when fourth over 2000m at this track, beaten 3.5 lengths. Suitably placed so anticipating a better run this time.