EL JAPONES (5) has been in the placings three times from four starts in this maiden campaign, the latest as favourite over 1200m at this track when 1.5 lengths from the winner. Overdue for a win and expected to go close. PELLUHUE (11) missed the placings on debut two starts back then ran a better race and finished one length away in fourth last time out over 1300m at this track. Has his share of ability. Hard to beat in this suitable race. CATANZARO (3) didn't do a lot on debut three-and-a-half weeks ago, finishing 6 lengths from the winner in fifth over 1200m at this track. Open to plenty of improvement. Top-three chance. MI PRECIOSO (12) was unwanted in betting on debut last start but ran a strong race, finishing third and beaten 4 lengths over 1200m at this track. Has upside and must be respected.