BRAVE RULER (5) was an impressive winner last time over 1500m at this track, scoring by 2.5 lengths to make it three on the bounce. Has a formidable combination with Yoichiro Muro who has been aboard for his last three wins. Best form puts him right in this. O SHIN SCAT (7) scored by 2 lengths last time out over 1600m at Kawasaki. Has a terrific record here with two wins and two placings from four starts. Likely to feature. HINODE MITCHI (11) disappointed last start when out of the placings over 1500m at Kawasaki, beaten 16 lengths. Meets some better types this time but a better run is on the cards. NICE CAPPUCCINO (10) disappointed last start when out of the placings over 1500m at Kawasaki, beaten 10 lengths. Tackling a deeper field this time but he is up to the task.