Waverley Friday June 17

DEEP BLUE: Getting to the veteran stage but there was still something to like about his fresh-up effort for fifth after having to make his run in the worst of the ground.

Te Rapa Saturday June 18

OHIWA SUNSET: Inside draw was no help in a race dominated by runners sweeping home wide, so to still finish fifth in a particularly strong maiden field was a good effort. Stay with her.

Trentham Saturday June 18

MAKE TIME: Jumped well to lead but then got no peace in front. Shook off his challengers, only to be run down late by the stablemate who had a much softer trip.