Riccarton 7^th December

ADANNAYA: Thrown in at the deep end on debut and can be forgiven not measuring up. Back in tune with an easy 800m trial win, looks a ready maiden winner.

Avondale 8^th December

DESIGNER GENES: Didn’t win by much but did it very easily. Looked promising in spring before being tripped up by heavy track. Keep on watch list.

Foxton 8^th December

CATS IN THE CRADLE: Yet another talented youngster in the Benner/Wynyard team. By leading juvenile sire Showcasing and looked the part after missing the kick and having to cover ground.