NOBU EIGHT (9) is close to breaking through after three consecutive placings, the latest coming when second over 1400m at this track. Well placed this line-up and there is no reason he cannot find winning ways. VAL DE GRACE (5) progressed nicely last time out to finish just 1.5 lengths from the winner in third over 1400m at this track after being prominent at the turn. Well placed and there is no reason she cannot find winning ways. SHORYU ASAHI (8) improved last time out, finishing 4.5 lengths from the winner in third at the end of 2000m at this track after being in the firing line on the corner. Finds a suitable race and can build on that solid recent effort. SHINY SAILOR (11) turned in a better run last start, beaten 5 lengths into fifth over 1500m at this track. Nicely placed to find some form.