BEST BETS

Te Rapa Saturday December 17

Race 1 GHAZZAH: Good type of colt, has taken time to hit his straps but second placings at last two starts are an obvious pointer. Step up to 1600m should also suit him.

Trentham Saturday December 17

Race 5 ROCKET SCIENCE: Has played with his rivals in last two wins and even though this is stronger, he represents real value lining up for a hat-trick over his favourite distance.

Gore Sunday December 18

Race 4 TIKKI: Tough debut effort when second this track and distance late October. Has had tyime to get over that run, will take beating.