HAGINO CORAZON (15) is overdue after five straight minor placings, the latest when narrowly defeated over 1800m at Hanshin Dirt. Capable performer who has the right credentials to take this out. MATA MIKANSAN (1) could only manage third as favourite last start over 1700m at Fukushima Dirt, making it four minor placings from four starts this campaign. Has the inside gate so another big run on the cards. KALMIA CROWN (11) finished 3 lengths from the winner in fourth last start over 1700m at Fukushima Dirt, an improvement on her eighth at Kokura Dirt the run before. Finds a nice race and can feature in the finish. TSAGAAN SAR (6) scored last start at Ohi to make it three wins from three starts this campaign. Has a high cruising speed. Can feature in the finish.