

BAKKEN RECORD (12) has been in the placings at his last two starts, finishing third last time over 1800m at this track. Likely improver with strong prospects. MEISHO YASHIMA (7) returns after a spell of three-and-a-half months. Started the last campaign impressively when in the placings over 1800m at Hanshin Dirt. Hasn't scored when fresh from a break but generally races well with three minor placings. Sure to make his presence felt. SHOW DANCER (8) found the line nicely last start to get up for second over 1800m at Hanshin Dirt when fresh from a spell. Yusaku Kokubun who has scored on him two times retains the mount. Sure to be competitive. KING BLUE (1) finished second last start at the first run back from a spell over 1800m at Chukyo Dirt, beaten 0.8 lengths. Hard to beat in this suitable race.