LIVE MUSTARD (9) made it seven straight wins when resuming over 1500m at this track last start, getting home by 2 lengths. Yujiro Tanabata aboard again and expected to go very well. STRONGEST (3) was well found in the betting last time out but could only manage to finish fifth over 2000m at Kawasaki in a disappointing performance. Finds a suitable assignment and can find winning form. KAITO KING (6) raced on the pace last start and lifted strongly to hold second, beaten a neck, over today's journey at this track. Nicely placed to go one better. KURIIRO (10) finished sixth two runs back then improved last start but found one better over 1400m at this track, beaten 3 lengths. Capable of featuring prominently.