TAKESHI (2) returns from a layoff of five months. Worth noting he filled a minor placing when returning from a spell last prep over 1200m at this track. Rates highly and makes plenty of appeal. NORTH JUSTICE (12) scored by 1.3 lengths over this distance at this track last time out. Form here strong boasting nine wins from 16 starts. Well placed and should be in the finish. KEIAI CAPELLA (16) pushed forward last time and boxed on to finish second over 1200m at this track. Can spear across from the awkward gate. Has a good record here at this journey with two wins and four minor placings from seven starts. Capable of a big run. ITALO (10) finished 13th two runs back then improved last start but found one better over 1200m at this track, beaten just 1.3 lengths. Has his share of ability and is a top-three prospect.