SMILE THRIVE (8) made it three wins on the bounce last start when he scored by 1.5 lengths over 1500m at this track. Well placed and there is no reason he cannot score again. SHINTO KIZUNA (6) was comfortably accounted for when second last time out over 1400m at Kawasaki, beaten 4 lengths. That followed a win at Kawasaki at the previous outing. Nicely placed to give this a mighty shake. STRONGEST (1) has been out of the winner's list for a long time, last start finishing fourth at Kawasaki over 1500m. Placed to advantage and can feature in the finish. KURINO FLAG (5) finished 12 lengths back in 11th over 2000m at Kawasaki last time out after a gutsy win the start prior. Backmarker who keeps coming. Top three prospects.