RED FREUDE (9) showed good speed last time out and fought on well when third over 1800m at this track. Should settle on the speed despite the tricky draw. Looks the one to beat. DAIMEI KUMAMOTO (6) is back after a break of three-and-a-half months. Went close to a maiden win before the layoff, finishing second at his latest appearance over 1800m at this track. Hard to beat if back in good order as anticipated. LILY THUNDER (8) continues to improve and should be at his peak now after finishing in the money at Hanshin Dirt over 1800m last time. Well placed and there is no reason he cannot find winning ways. SANS L'OMBRE (11) is a three-year-old colt on debut from the stable of Suguru Shibata. By Epicharis from Lingus Uno. Pay to watch for any positive betting moves.