LUCKY HOPE (10) scored by 5 lengths over this distance at this track last time out. Has a strong record this course and is one of the major players. KAPPAGI (9) lifted strongly to score two back then was third over 1200m at this track last time out. Form at this track is solid and among the leading chances. KURIIRO (2) finished third last start over 1200m at this track after racing in the leading division. Nicely placed to find winning ways. TSUKAI APEX (12) showed good speed and led for much of the way before being claimed in the straight and fading to finish fourth over 1200m here last time. Form here at this journey is good and must be respected.