In a surprise result, the Matthew Smith-trained import Grey Lion broke through for his first stakes success in 31 starts in scoring here at odds of $41. He settled in last place in the 14-horse field, saved ground along the rails at the home turn, got a split at the 200m, hit the front at the 100m and then went on to win well under a good ride from Kathy O'Hara. Emperor's Way had a good trip in fifth place on the rails from his inside barrier (1), got along the inner and into clear running on straightening and then kept battling on well for second. All Too Soon settled near the tail of the field but made a quick move when the pace slackened to take the lead at the 600m. She then did well in holding on nicely to take the minor placing. Taikomochi went to the front as expected, slowed the place mid-race, was overtaken coming to the home turn, challenged again at the 200m and then kept battling on for (3.1 lengths) fourth.