SHONAN MULTI (11) looked good at his only appearance six months ago over 2000m at this track, finishing second and beaten 1.3 lengths. Will be better for that race experience and should prove tough to beat again. RED BRIGHTON (10) is building towards his maiden success, the latest effort a solid second over 2000m at Chukyo, beaten 1.5 lengths after being in the firing line on the turn. Likely improver with strong prospects. WOLF MAN (5) raced on the speed when resuming last start over this course and distance and stuck on well to finish third, beaten 2.5 lengths. Ready to go a couple better. GOLDEN DAGGER (1) is a three-year-old colt who has just one minor placings to his name in five starts. Safely held when resuming last start over 2600m at Fukushima, finishing tenth and beaten 9 lengths. Has good early toe so he should be handy in the run. In the mix.