MR TONTON (10) is close to breaking through after three consecutive placings, the latest coming when second over 1200m at Nakayama Dirt after being in the firing line all the way. Should be prominent from the outset. Has his share of talent. Hard to beat. BISCUIT ASSORT (7) resumes from a spell of 11 weeks after closing off last preparation with three consecutive minor placings. Should camp just off the leaders. Expecting a bold showing. ECORO BOLT (13) was in contention on the corner and finished second last start over 1200m at Nakayama Dirt, beaten 1.3 lengths. Placed to advantage and can run a bold race. SUKATTO (6) finished sixth when resuming two runs back then improved last start but found a couple better over 1200m at Nakayama Dirt, beaten 4.5 lengths. Has her share of ability. Hard to beat in this suitable race.