TAISEI RESPONSE (11) is going over the jumps for the first time. Finished 3.5 lengths away eighth at the latest appearance on the flat over 1200m at Nakayama. Sure to be well-schooled and is going to be right in the finish. ALVIA (12) was fresh from a spell last time out and making his first appearance over the obstacles. Only managed to finish 9 lengths away in fifth on that occasion in a maiden steeplechase (2910m) at Kyoto. That run came after a switch to the Yuji Wada yard. Big chance to salute. COR DE ANIL (9) returns from a 63-day spell. Made just the one appearance when last in work and was seventh in a maiden steeplechase (2970m) at Hanshin, beaten 15 lengths. Ideally placed to perform well. VERS REIMS (8) returns from a 78-day spell. Hasn't raced since he in a maiden steeplechase (2860m) at Kokura. Yet to win over the obstacles from 23 attempts. Sure to be primed and likely to be prominent.