HO O PHAROAH (2) is still a maiden after eight starts. Could only manage to finish fourth last time out over 1700m at this track following a minor placing at Hakodate Dirt over 1700m the run prior. Swamped late last time. Finally draws a gate. Won't get too many better chances to open his account. AOI MIZUHO (11) finished fifth two runs back then improved last start but found a couple better over 1700m at this track, beaten 2 lengths. Suitably placed so anticipating another big run. REGION POLAIRE (4) has not raced since his debut back on June 14 when he finished eighth over 2000m at Hakodate. Top-three chance with that run under his belt. FIERY BEAT (13) made progress last time out, finishing 5 lengths from the winner in third at the end of 1700m at Fukushima Dirt. Progressing well and a win is on the cards.