SATONO PATRIOT (10) is a strong first-up performer who is fresh from a spell of three months. Was in great form before the break with two consecutive wins, the latest over 2400m at Tokyo. Should camp just off the leaders. Excels fresh and expected to go close. OSTRAVA (7) is back from a spell of 11 weeks. Raced once last campaign and finished second over 2400m at Tokyo. Akihide Tsumura who has three wins when partnering stays on. Should be in the finish. CHARING CROSS (3) returns from the paddock after closing last prep with two consecutive wins, the most recent over 2400m at Tokyo. Major player. SADAMU OPSIS (5) was in contention on the bend and finished second last start over 2200m at Chukyo, beaten a neck. Should be cherry-ripe. In the right race and is a top-three hope.