CHAMPETRE (13) is a distance specialist who improved sharply on his sixth two starts back at this track with success as public elect over 1400m at this track two-and-a-half weeks ago, getting home by half a length after being in contention on the corner. Nicely placed to keep the ball rolling. POCHOLADA (10) is back at the races for the first time since December 29. Scored over 1400m at this track at the start of last prep. Strong chance to kick the campaign off on the right note. CRIA ALEGRE (1) is experiencing a long win drought, extended last start when fourth over 1200m at this track. Well placed and there is no reason he cannot return to winning ways. TAKANO DREAM (12) failed to live up to market expectations last start when out of the placings over 1600m at this track, beaten 9 lengths. Best figures measure up nicely. Sure to run well.