Fettercairn Race 4 Riccarton Park November 6

It was only a sprint home, but she would have won if she had been able to get clear earlier. Her last 400m of 23.00 and last 200m of 11.71 were the fastest of the race. The side winkers were added, so she looks ready to win next-up.

Madam De Soir Race 10 Riccarton Park November 6

This time last year, she won here over 2500m. And based on her last 200m here in the fastest time of 12.37, she is right on track for the Cup. At $18 and $5.50, she is worth a nibble.

Mister Reliable Race 11 Riccarton Park November 6

After getting a long way back, he was held up and couldn't get out until the 150m mark, then charged for fifth, running 11.78 for his last 200m, the fastest of the race and the quickest last 600m of 11.83. Has to pick up a win in his next couple of starts, as he is a nice horse from a top stable.

Samina Bibi Race 8 Te Rapa November 6

Her closing last 400 and 200 metres were the quickest in the race and she didn't get out and balanced up until 150m out. The more ground the better for this nicely bred mare.