EDEL WEG (4) appeals as the one to beat after returning with a narrow third at Chukyo, where she was beaten just over half a length and looked ready to build second-up. Her record at 1600m gives the step to this distance a solid base, and her overall profile is more reliable than most. CREPUSCULAR (9) resumes with strong upside, having been heavily fancied at both runs at this venue last campaign, including a nose second before a fair fifth. FUJI GAIFU (11) is another serious fresh threat, with two wins and two placings from four starts at this track and distance and a consistent overall record. POPPET (3) brings winning form after charging home to score narrowly at Niigata, though she profiles more as a dangerous closer than a clear standout.