NISHINO SAY YES (9) has been out of the money at her last couple of runs, the latest when 13th at Hanshin. Down in the weights this time. Likely to feature back at this level. SANONO THUNDER (6) finished out of the money on debut two starts back then was beaten 10 lengths when sixth in a 1500m contest at this track a week-and-a-half ago. Best figures measure up nicely. Sure to run well. SOUND CONNECT (1) missed the placings when resuming two runs back then settled well back last start when 48 lengths away in tenth over 1800m at Kyoto Dirt. Has the class to take this out. MIRACLE KAISER (7) has been safely held at his last couple of starts, the latest when always well back in 12th over 1800m at Nakayama Dirt. In an easier race and should feature in the finish.