MEISHO HACHIMAKI (1) brings the cleanest recent form, having been beaten just over half a length by Lux Dream after another solid second at this venue. His track-and-distance record gives that form a strong platform, and he has already had Besupoji behind him recently. GO TO MIJOKA (5) is the main danger on overall profile, with two wins and four placings from seven starts this season and proven form at this track and distance, although the latest third was by a clear margin. BESUPOJI (9) has deep 1400m credentials and was beaten only a neck two runs back before sticking on for fourth behind Lux Dream. HO O LAURENTIA (2) has a class-drop angle and a leading rider, but the last two Mdn runs were plain enough to make her more of a place chance than a winning push.