BLACKBOOKERS

Timaru Friday, October 6

MADAM DUBAI

Eye-catching fourth in her first New Zealand start. Slow to get going and then struck traffic problems when attempting to improve. Has the look of a rapid improver.

Matamata Saturday, October 7

AMBERITE

Big step up from maiden win but should have made it a double after being starved for room until very late. Did well to finish second in the circumstances and won’t be long in making up for it.

Hawera Saturday, October 7

MAZZOLINO

Another very good effort for third in quality company. Only a three-race winner but has gone close in a number of strong races and deserves her turn.

Invercargill Sunday, October 8

WILD JAKKAL

Didn’t get all favours on the way to finishing third. That was just her third start and a big improvement on previous efforts. Should blossom when stepping up beyond 1600m.