BEACH INN (4) hasn’t been far away since a maiden win three runs back, the latest effort a second over 1700m at Hakodate Dirt on July 19. Proving a good combination with Kazuo Yokoyama with three straight placings. Among the leading chances. DERMA SAKURA SAKU (5) missed the placings two runs back then did well last start but found one better over 1700m at Hakodate Dirt, beaten only a neck after being in contention on the turn. Has her share of talent. Hard to beat in this suitable race. G T ARIA (11) returned from a spell three weeks ago when she was prominent at the bend before being beaten 9 lengths into seventh over 1700m at Hakodate Dirt. Fitter and sure to improve this time. KALMIA CROWN (14) was in contention on the turn and finished third last start at the first run back from a spell over 1700m at this track, beaten 3 lengths. Will benefit from that outing. Capable of another bold effort.