Taupo Friday, March 8

FLAT STANLEY

Big effort for third, making up a big slice of ground on the two on-pace major placegetters. Didn’t get any favours with a wide run in what was just his second start.

Ellerslie Saturday, March 9

BRAVE SPIRIT

A big horse that didn’t have a lot of room from the time he settled midfield on the rails. Still finished on bravely all the way to the line.

Trentham Saturday, March 9

SINBIN

Began okay but then eased back to rear. Had the job ahead of her from that point and well to finish fourth, beaten just two lengths.

Gore Sunday, March 10

JESSIE’S ROCK

Forced wide all the way and even then had trouble clearing traffic at the top of straight. Fourth place only a length from the winner was a good effort.