BISHAMONTEN (5) missed the frame last time when seventh at this track. Prior to that had been in the money on two consecutive occasions. Has a decent record at this trip with four minor placings from six tries and is expected to be in the finish. GLORIOSA (7) gave away a start then stormed home to win over 1600m at this track last time out. Yoichi Ando stays aboard. Well placed and should be in the finish. KITASAN HIKOBOSHI (8) disappointed last time when eighth over 1800m at this track after a close second at this track the run prior. Record at this shorter journey is sound so should be involved in the finish. KEN MAXIM (13) drifted well back last start before winding up strongly to finish third, beaten 2.75 lengths, over 1800m at this track. Strong chance again.