Niigata

LAPIN RAPIDE (11) First up and competed in a tight contest first up last preparation here. Suitably placed in this race. FOR DEAR LIFE (9) Resuming after a break. Was well beaten when 9th last run at Hanshin. May see an upturn in form. Likely to be well placed early. Gets a chance to win. OLYMPOS KAZUMA (10) Finished 4th last start at Chukyo. The wide gate shouldn't be a problem with plenty of early speed. Looks promising in this race. HO O SUNDAY (2) Average performance when 10th last start at Kawasaki but going up in distance. Gets a favourable draw. Exotics chance.