Sonoda

SPRIGGAN (4) Kicked clear when winning by a margin of 8L last start around here. On a winning streak the last 2 starts. Has shown early pace in races to date. Expect a solid run. GRUN WALD (1) Finished 7th last start at the track. Should improve here and will appreciate a good barrier. Jockey Osamu Shimohara has been successful before. Should be competitive in this race at a bit of odds. WONDER GUARNERI (6) Left nothing to chance when winning by 2L last start at this track and demonstrating upward trajectory in recent races. Will be giving the leaders a big start. Rates an each way chance. MAKASENAHARE (2) First up after 17 weeks and nice run when 3rd first up last preparation at Himeji. Tomohiro Yoshimura is a strong choice aboard and suited at this trip historically. No shock to see a win.