Race 7 Tauranga Friday, December 15

STATE OF FEAR

Has found one better each of last three starts and especially unlucky last time when going down by a nose. This is his chance.

Race 7 Te Rapa Saturday, December 16

COMPLICATE

Recent form at 1600m points to this longer trip being just the ticket. $5 quote looks real value, especially with table-topping jockey booked.

Race 6 Trentham Saturday, December 16

UNSCRIPTED

Big effort in last-start win and rates highly again in the same grade. Real value in an open betting race.

Race 6 Invercargill Saturday, December 16

HUMBUCKER

Not sighted in Coupland’s Mile but can be forgiven. Dropping back in class and this is more his go.