Urawa

PEPTIDE SPARKLE (7) Ran well when 2nd last start around here and putting a tidy record together so far. Has not missed the placings this preparation in 2 attempts. Could pose a threat and expected to go very close. DIR BRAND (6) Did well when 2nd last run at Funabashi. Amongst the placegetters at every start this campaign. Must respect. SURGE (8) Got the upper hand late when winning by a nose last start at Funabashi. Looking sharp on the track this campaign. Looks promising in this race. EXCEL BLACK (4) Backing up quickly for this race. Brave effort to win narrowly by 1/2L last start at Kawasaki. Likely threat.