SAINT HONORE (15) went forward last start over 1800m at this track and held on well for second, beaten 4 lengths. Should cross from wide out. It doesn't get any easier but on his best form he is good enough to take this out. DEEP REBORN (2) finished 9 lengths away in ninth last time out over 1800m at this track when fresh from a spell. Steps up in distance today. Has good early toe so he should be handy in the run. Leading contender. NANSEI WHITE (14) pushed forward last time and boxed on to finish 5 lengths away in third over 1800m at this track. Steps up a level but he is worth serious consideration. SULEYMAN (9) scored a commanding win at Kawasaki over 2100m at his latest appearance on February 4, the only time he faced the starter in that campaign. Norifumi Mikamoto who has two wins when partnering stays on. One of the better hopes.