PIEMANSON (7) is racing well. Scored at this track two back then finished third, beaten 0.8 lengths, over 1400m at Hanshin Dirt at the latest appearance four weeks ago. Record at this journey is impressive with three wins and three placings from six runs. Key contender. ESTRELLA DE BELEN (5) has been in the placings at his last two starts, finishing third last time over 1400m at Tokyo Dirt. Finds a suitable race and can play a major role. DANON SWITCH (12) kept coming only to just miss last start over 1400m at Hanshin Dirt, a vast improvement on the first-up effort. Progressing well and has bright prospects. VERO CUORE (13) did well to score two runs ago then turned in a decent effort last time out when third over 1400m at this track, beaten 0.8 lengths. Should be about the mark again.