PASA ACE (9) has the strongest overall case after finishing fourth at this track last start, beaten just over two lengths by Yongbi Sinseong when near the top of an open market. He is third-up, has placed two times from four starts at this track and distance, and his latest run was a clear step in the right direction after giving away too much start the run prior. RAON THE RIPON (7) is the sharp danger, having missed by only half a length behind Eclipse Eagle at this venue and rated highly on recent form despite still being a maiden. GRAND POKPUNG (3) has to rebound from a plain favourite defeat, but two placings from five starts at this track keep her in the winning mix if she returns in better order. SMART GRAND (1) brings consecutive placings, including a second over 1700m last start, though the return to 1300m is the key qualification given his thin record at the trip.