IRON PIKE (9) went forward last start over 1600m at this track and held on well for second, beaten half a length. Brings the superior form lines to the race and is a big chance to open the account. RATIONAL POINT (1) is fresh from a spell of 12 weeks and did hit the frame when last resuming at Nakayama Dirt over 1800m. In a different yard now. Rates highly so expect her to be prominent. VILLAGE LUISA (2) was in the firing line on the corner and finished second last time over 1600m at this track when resuming from a spell, beaten 7 lengths. Anticipating a big run again. TAISEI RUBY (13) was out of the money two runs back then again missed the frame last start over 1800m at Niigata Dirt, beaten 2.5 lengths into fourth. Finds a nice race and can make amends.