BLACKBOOKERS

Awapuni Friday April 14

CELTIC ECHO

Hadn’t lived up to early promise in two starts after debut third, but the way she got home from well back in career start four suggested a maiden win is imminent.

Te Rapa Saturday April 15

NO AGENDA NIGEL

Did plenty racing in or near the lead, so to dig deep and still finish third was a big effort. Won’t be at anywhere near the same odds again, but still worth following.

Hastings Saturday April 15

HANAKIN

Did it tough out wide just off the speed but never flinched when going down by just over half a length. Deserves a winning turn.

Riccarton Saturday April 15

VICTORIAN CHARM

Form in two North Island starts may not have been inspiring, but off encouraging trial efforts the way she got home for fifth said she has a definite future.