DIAMOND (2) looks close to a win, finishing in the placings at his last couple of runs including a second most recently over 1150m at Fukushima Dirt when beaten a neck. Has the speed to be prominent in transit and looks sure to be in the finish. VENTO IN CODA (11) could only manage 14th when resuming two runs back then improved last start but found one better over 1200m at this track, beaten only 1.5 lengths. Heading the right way so expect another big run. BARJEEL (4) was in contention on the bend and finished third last time over 1200m at this track, beaten 2.5 lengths. Going well this prep and should be about the money again. SUNRISE JUPITER (8) improved last time out, finishing 5 lengths from the winner in second at the end of 1200m at this track. Another forward showing is anticipated.