Mombetsu

CROWN VILLAIN (5) Tidy run when 2nd last start here and suited at this trip historically. Jockey Yamato Ishikawa and trainer Fuyuki Igarashi go well together. Good chance and wouldn't be surprised to see it pick up a win. SAYURIBANA (2) First up after a break. Scored a victory by 2 1/2L last start around here and drawn nicely. Will benefit with the weight drop. No surprise to see a forward showing and one of the main hopes in this race. TAKENO ROULE (3) Came in 4th last start here. Likely to bounce back and proven runner at this distance. Good to see jockey Tatsuya Watanabe is jumping on. Expect to go close. DUAL CAREER (4) Nice run when 2nd last run at this venue. Will be pushing for a forward position early. Going well this campaign. Can be competitive.