CARAMEL CHOCOLAT (1) raced on the speed and lifted to score by half a length at today's track and trip last start to maintain her good form of late. Goes up a rung or two but she is good enough to cope. SANTA MONICA BEACH (8) fought on for third last start over 1500m at Urawa, making it three minor placings in a row. Well placed this line-up and there is no reason he cannot find winning ways. TOWN HALL (2) returned from a spell three weeks ago when she was beaten 44 lengths into 14th over 1500m at Kawasaki. Likely improver with strong prospects. GRASS FLAG (6) finished third last start at the first run back from a spell over 1400m at Kawasaki, beaten 3 lengths. Should take a lot from that hit-out. Likely improver with solid prospects.