DANON CIMA (18) is the one to beat on consistency and suitability. He was beaten only a head as favourite in the G3 Niigata Kinen and had also run third in the G2 Meguro Kinen, while his record at this distance and this track is excellent. SAVONA (14) is the main danger after a much better fourth at big odds in the Niigata Kinen, and his distance record gives that run a solid platform if he can hold that level third-up. AQUA VERNAL (6) resumes off strong staying form, including a close fourth in the G1 Tenno Sho (Spring) at this venue, and her track-and-distance profile keeps her firmly in the winning mix. DEEP MONSTER (3) brings proven class, a recent G1 placing at Sha Tin and an excellent record at this track, so he has the substance to win fresh if close enough when the race is decided.