Race 5 Awapuni, Friday April 14

DIAMOND THIEF

Has done little wrong to date with two minor placings after debut win. Good third over 1400m at Trentham late January, freshened and back to 1200m, has the right draw and will take some beating.

Race 3 Te Rapa, Saturday April 15

VIVA VIENNA

Class act resuming from a break. Beat Ethereal Star when winning second start, then finished second to Tokyo Tycoon. Recent trial win says she’s right on her game.

Race 6 Hastings, Saturday April 15

ARIS ARIS

Back on the winning list with smart effort at Tauranga. Steps up in grade but big drop in weight and inside draw make her a value bet.

Race 6 Riccarton, Saturday April 15

DODDLE

Did well last start for second in similar company after a bumpy run until final stages. Drawn to get the right trip and will lap up the extra distance.