G T ESPI (8) missed the placings when resuming two runs back then improved last start but found a couple better over 1200m at this track, beaten 4 lengths. Best figures measure up. Sure to run well. TSURUNO MAIHASHI (15) bounced straight into a handy position from the inside draw before finishing fourth last time out over 1200m at Hakodate. Sure to be prominent from the outset and this looks a very winnable race. NIL MAHANEL (4) returned from a spell two months ago when she was beaten 4.5 lengths into seventh over 1200m at Hakodate. Nicely placed to find winning form. GLORIOUS MARCH (5) was a bit plain when resuming from a spell last start over 1500m at this track, beaten 8 lengths after being prominent at the turn. Fitter so can feature in the finish.