A split hair between the top three. G T ESPI (12) comes here off a break of 11 weeks. Worth noting he filled a minor placing when returning from a spell last time in work over 1200m at Fukushima. Has ability and should be right in the finish. KAISHO (9) was well in commission when resuming last start over 1200m at Hakodate when third, beaten 2 lengths. Has a decent record at this trip with four minor placings from five tries and shapes as a key contender. NISHINO SARINA (7) missed the placings two runs back then improved last start but found a couple better over 1400m at Hanshin, beaten 2.5 lengths after being in contention on the turn. Suitably placed so anticipating another big run. HAPPY LUCKY (2) has been in the market at his last couple of runs but hasn't made an impression, last start finishing sixth over 1200m at Hakodate. Can improve and is worth including.