JP - Tokyo City Keiba - Race 1

KAFUJI LAGUIOLE (8) gets top nod after finishing second to North Breath at this track, coming from big odds and making strong late ground. The 1m is new, but he's fourth-up, has placed here, and recently turned the tables on Ciao Glad, showcasing more upside than most. CIAO GLAD (7) poses a serious threat after his third in the same race and an improved run from sixth behind Mikki Parasol previously, his maiden record tempers confidence, yet his last effort keeps him in the mix. DERMA RAUSU (4) was disappointing as an odds-on favorite but has a strong previous fourth behind Mikki Parasol and should be fitter third-up. NOBLE FORTE (3) needs to bounce back from a dismal eighth but his debut third at around 1m and ongoing market respect keep him in contention for a place or potential upset.