MICHINO BALLERINA (2) landed her maiden success over this course and distance last time, scoring by 9 lengths. Is lightly raced and has plenty of scope for improvement. Has a low draw and a bold showing is expected. SAYONAKIDORI (9) returns from a layoff of three months. Worth noting he filled a minor placing when returning from a spell last time in work over 1100m at Monbetsu. Has switched to the Daisuke Mashima yard. Comes here with definite claims. LITTLE DEVIL (1) started at $3.50 last time on the back of a win at this track two starts ago but was below his best, finishing sixth over 1700m at this track. Ideally placed and is sure to be there at the finish. TONY OCEANS (7) went forward and gave a great sight when third over 1200m at this track last time out. Masaaki Kuwamura sticks. Must be respected.