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Ruakaka Friday January 5

ALL SHOOK UP: Made good late ground for second at Te Rapa three weeks ago. This no stronger and looks well placed to give them a shake.

Hastings Saturday January 6

RACE 3 MEGLIO DI FALCREST: Past winner on this track and last-start second is a good form pointer. Opie Bosson engagement completes the equation.

Kumara Saturday January 6

Race 4 BERBIZIER: Didn’t get the breaks until late when finishing third at Omoto Wednesday. Form is mixed but on his day can win a race like this.