DONA GUINEA (7) opened this prep last start with a third, beaten 2.75 lengths, over 1800m at this track. Has a solid record here including two wins and two minor placings from five outings. Expecting a bold showing. YAGIRI KEHAYA (6) did well to score at Kawasaki two runs ago. Fair effort last time out when third over 1600m at Kawasaki, beaten half a length. Ideally placed and is sure to be there at the finish. PARMIGIANINO (8) made considerable ground in the run home to finish third last start over 1800m at this track. Yoichi Ando who has scored on him two times retains the mount. Sure to be competitive. MAONO GENIE (3) ran below expectations last time at this track, finishing sixth and beaten 13 lengths. Nicely placed to turn things around.