DALTON (6) finished sixth two runs back then improved last start but found a couple better over 1200m at this track, beaten 3.5 lengths. Finds a suitable race and can build on that solid recent effort. RYUNO NANAHOSHI (2) settled well back when 13 lengths from the winner in eighth over 1400m at this track last start, a less impressive effort than her fifth at Mizusawa the run before. Nicely placed to feature in the finish. DREAM MIYAGI (5) has been in the betting at both starts but has failed to break through. Most recently finished tenth over 1200m at this track, beaten 16 lengths. Can play a big role in the outcome. WILL PLACE (7) was responsible for a better run last start, beaten 6 lengths into fifth over 1200m at this track. Nicely placed to find some form.