KING OLIVER (3) stalked the pace when resuming at this track and trip last start then worked to the line steadily to finish second. Has the gate speed to take up a forward position. Best form puts him right in this. EARTH SPIRIT (5) finished fourth over 1600m at this track at his most recent appearance on March 26. Capable of playing a major role. SAKURA FLAVOR (10) made progress last start to finish third over 1600m at this track after being prominent at the turn. Finds a suitable race and can build on that solid recent effort. MITSUKANE MARS (11) is back at the races for the first time since January 29. Worth noting he filled a minor placing when returning from a spell last prep over 1700m at this track. Makes plenty of appeal.