MY UNIVERSE (4) was well held in the Kikuka Sho (Japanese St Leger) won by Energico over 3000m at Kyoto at his last appearance 11 weeks ago. Reunites with Yokoyama who has two wins when on board. Good fresh performer who finds a nice race to launch this campaign. ELAN (9) continues to race well with a win two back at Tokyo before finishing 2 lengths away in second last time over 2000m at the same venue. Should camp just off the leaders and is a strong contender. ASK NICE SHOW (13) comes here off a break of 11 weeks. Filled a minor placing when returning from a spell last prep over 2000m at this track to add to an impressive fresh record. Sure to make his presence felt. MEINER LAULEA (11) failed to finish over 2200m at Hanshin at his most recent appearance on December 10 2023. Betting watch off such a long break.