SOUND COURAGE (12) started at $2.80 last time on the back of a win at this track two starts ago but was below his best, finishing fifth over 1400m at this track after being prominent at the corner. Suitably placed so anticipating a big run this time. FORSTA KLASS (9) returns after seven months in the paddock. Closed the last campaign with a 11th over 1200m at Niigata Dirt. No surprise if he was able to get off the mark. RICKI FAITH (8) has been in the money at her last couple of runs, the latest when second over 1200m at this track. Don't underestimate. ASHANINKA (11) impressed last time out at the second run of the campaign and finished 2.5 lengths from the winner in third over 1200m at this track. Has her share of talent. Hard to beat in this suitable race.