BETTLES (13) was back from a break last start and finished second over this distance at Hanshin, beaten 1.75 lengths. Consistent galloper with a strong second-up record. Improver with winning prospects. REX NOVUS (6) is a promising type who finished in the placings over 2200m at this track at his last appearance on February 1 which was the only run of that campaign. Has a strong fresh record including a win and three minor placings. Strong record with Y Iwata in the irons, including a win. Sure to run well. MR G T (9) finished third last start at the first run back from a spell over 1800m at this track, beaten 2.25 lengths. Likely improver with bright prospects. OMEGA NAVIGATOR (12) recorded a strong on-pace win here last time by one length over 2200m. Katsuma Sameshima who has scored on him two times retains the mount. Deserves respect.