MOZU AND MOZU (8) went forward and proved too strong last time out, scoring by 4 lengths over 1000m at Monbetsu. Meeting a deeper field this time but she has the ability to mix it with them. LOUGHNASHADE (11) has returned in good order this preparation. Ran well but found a couple better last time over 900m at this track after registering her maiden win first-up the run before. Form over this course and distance is solid with a win and four minor placings from seven starts. Finds a suitable race and can take this out. EARTH MELODY (4) pushed forward last time and boxed on to finish one length away in second over 800m at Urawa. Drawn to take a nice trail just off the speed. Has her share of ability. Hard to beat in this suitable race. HIME KAGURA (12) has been out of the winner's list for a long time, last start finishing fourth at this track over 900m. Likely improver with strong prospects.