CHOCOLAT BREAD (1) led into the straight last start over 1200m at Funabashi but could not sustain the pressure and finished eighth. Should enjoy an economical run from the inside stall and expected to be in the finish. I'LL PROTECT (10) turned in a decent effort last start to finish third over 900m at this track after being in contention on the corner. Has the ability to build on that encouraging effort last start. SYMPHONY SEAS (3) is a four-year-old filly who is still a maiden after nine starts but has been in the placings two times. Failed to threaten when fresh from a spell last start, beaten 14 lengths into 11th over 900m at this track. Should park just off the speed. Should be involved in the finish. ARI HAPPY (11) finished seventh over 1500m at this track at her most recent appearance on August 25. Worth plenty of thought.