QUANTUM STAR (4) was well fancied last start over 2600m at this track when second, beaten 2 lengths. Kept coming but found one better. Worth another chance. NORI MARU (1) saluted at Hakodate two runs ago. Not disgraced last time out when prominent at the corner before finishing second over 2600m at Fukushima, beaten 1.75 lengths. Yuji Tannai is a key engagement. Well placed and there is no reason he cannot make amends. WONDERFUL DAYS (10) showed good early dash and raced on the speed last start before fading to finish 7 lengths back in fourth over 2600m at this track. Another bold showing is expected. DON'T TESTA MASTER (14) turned in a fine effort to score by 1.3 lengths at this track and distance when resuming from a spell last time out. Nicely placed to feature in the finish again.