GOLDEN KITE (13) finished 11th when resuming two runs back then improved last start but found one better over 1400m at Kyoto Dirt, beaten 6 lengths after being prominent at the corner. Likely improver with strong prospects. MEISHO HACHIRO (4) missed the frame when resuming last start over 1800m at Chukyo Dirt but wasn't all that far from the winner. Was a winner at his only previous second-up run. Among the leading chances. LAFON (9) impressed when successful on debut over 1400m at this track six weeks ago. Will come on following that run; definite threat. DANON FIGO (1) never really threatened when resuming last time out, finishing midfield and beaten 7 lengths over 1600m at Listed level at Tokyo Dirt. Should camp just off the leaders. In the mix.