G T DARLING (14) made it two wins on the bounce last time out when he scored by 1.5 lengths over 2100m at this track. Leading rider Christophe Lemaire retains the mount. Tackling a deeper field this time but he is good enough to get the job done again. VANARGAND (10) turned in a modest performance when ninth last start over 1800m at Nakayama Dirt, beaten 6 lengths after being in the firing line on the bend. That followed a good first-up win at this track. No reason he cannot make amends. JASPER GREAT (5) was last at the races when he finished eighth over 2000m at Hanshin Dirt on December 14. Hasn't won for three years which is a worry - each-way the right option. ONE PUTT (8) finished third over 2000m at Hanshin Dirt at his most recent appearance on December 14. Can make his presence felt again.