SCOVILLE (4) ran a better race last start to finish a close second over 1000m at this track after missing the placings at the previous appearance. Meeting a deeper field this time but she deserves plenty of thought. SAUDADE (12) is racing well without winning. Last start finished sixth, beaten 10 lengths, over 1500m at Urawa. Among the leading chances. EXMEDI NO TSURUGI (7) missed the frame last time when eighth at this track. Prior to that had been in the money on two consecutive occasions. Settles back early but winds up late. One to consider. SUN FOUNTAIN (1) finished 12th two runs back then improved last start but found a couple better over 800m at Urawa, beaten 3.5 lengths. Another forward showing is anticipated.