MASCULINE (4) returns from a spell of five months and is having her first run for a new yard. Finished fourth at Fukushima over 1800m when first-up last time in work. Well-placed and sure to feature. TANGO NOIR (6) battled on well to hold second last start over 1800m at this track, beaten a neck when fresh from a spell. Suitably placed so anticipating another big run. IMAO TOKIMEKU (5) showed good early muster and fought on to finish second last start over 1500m at Kawasaki. It doesn't get any easier but on her best form she is one of the chief contenders. IL VENTO (3) finished third last start over 1600m at this track, beaten 1.2 lengths. Should be peaking. Placed to advantage and can feature in the finish.