AMAZING (7) was an impressive winner last time over 1800m at Nakayama Dirt, leading throughout and putting 2 lengths on his rivals. Hironobu Tanabe sticks. Should be in the finish. NATURAL RISE (10) is having his first run since December 11. Has a strong record when fresh with two wins from two runs, the most recent over 1600m at Tokyo Dirt at the start of last prep. Expect him to pose a serious challenge. NIGHT OF FIRE (3) is a speedy colt who was a winner first up at this track. Takayuki Yano has been the pilot at his last four wins. Should be involved in the finish. PAGEANT (13) raced on the pace over 1700m at Nagoya last time and went on to win by 7 lengths. Tomomori Syotaro has been the pilot at his last two wins. Best figures stack up.