STAR FUSION (1) looks the horse to beat after returning with a sound second to Gold Arch over 1200m at Hanshin Dirt, beaten two lengths and finishing strongly. She is building an excellent record, has already won at this track, and her only previous 1400m run produced a placing, so the extra ground looks within range. HIRUNO PUGLIA (11) is the clear danger on overall consistency, with one win and three placings from four runs at this distance and strong track figures, though she was beaten as favourite last start and has already lost to Star Fusion recently. DANCING DOLL (14) brings a reliable recent profile, placing at both runs this campaign and rating well off those efforts, but she has generally been doing her best work late rather than putting races away. WISE GANG (2) improved sharply when second to Tiny Wonder at Hanshin Dirt at long odds, and her proven record at this track and distance keeps her firmly in the winning discussion.