HAGINO KA NOA (8) made it two wins in a row last start when he scored by a neck over 1870m at this track. Needs to be at his best to beat this field but he is good enough to play a major role. EIFER CAP (5) doesn't win out of turn but ran a nice race last time out over 1870m at this track, finishing second and beaten 1.3 lengths after being in contention on the turn. F Komaki is a key engagement. Suitably placed so anticipating a big run this time. GRUN WALD (6) turned in a modest performance when fourth last time out over 1400m at this track, beaten 30 lengths after being in contention on the corner. That followed a win at Himeji at the previous outing. Looks well placed so expect a better run this time. AKAO (1) ran fourth at his latest appearance over 1870m at this track, finishing 4 lengths from the winner. Should run very well.