Ellerslie January 22

KARMAN LINE: Should have got a bigger share of the $1 million stake. Checked out of a run twice in the straight and closed hard for third when clear. That was a big pointer to her prospects when she steps out over more ground.

Trentham January 22

VISHAKHA: How unlucky was she in the opening race? From well back in the run she mounted a late sprint through the field, only to be stopped in her tracks and then flashing home for second all too late.

Gore January 22

HENLEY: Another who should have won instead of having to settle for second. Blocked for a run when he needed it and when he finally did get clear it was too late.