KOKO KOHAKU (8) turned in a fine effort to win by a head at this course and distance last time out to continue her outstanding recent form. Nicely placed to keep the ball rolling. FUKU SHINY (5) is racing well. Scored here two back then finished third, beaten half a length, over 1200m at this track at the latest appearance two weeks ago. Masaaki Kuwamura who has four wins when partnering stays on. Well placed and should be in the finish. MEISHO MARBLE (1) turned in an encouraging run at this course and distance last time, winding up strongly to finish fourth, beaten one length. Well placed and is among the chances. CLEVER BEN (6) has been in good form, scoring three back at this track then placing twice in a row, most recently when second over 1200m at this track. Hard to leave out.