OTOKONO ROMAN (11) is a three-start maiden who resumed from a spell last start and was beaten 5.5 lengths when fourth over 1700m at this track. Fitter and capable of taking this out. BOLD TOWER (2) also returned last time out and finished sixth at this track over 1700m, beaten 4 lengths. On a six-day back-up which is a sign of confidence from the stable. Among the leading chances with the run under his belt. GIAN BAROWS (14) ran a better race last start at his second appearance, finishing fifth over 1900m at Kyoto Dirt. Further improvement likely so keep him safe. RED FRASER (5) is a lightly raced colt who finished sixth when resuming from a spell last start over 1800m at Kyoto Dirt. Will derive great benefit from that outing and deserves consideration.