Ellerslie, October 19

PERMISSIVE

Followed fresh-up fifth with big effort for second, closing late from well back after being badly away. Ready to strike.

Otaki, October 19

OUR DAYMO

Denied a hat-trick after being forced to cover ground after being checked in the early running. Still a good effort for fourth and can bounce back.

Waverley, October 20

MEHZEBEEN

A much-improved performance for second and would have won with a clear passage from the home turn. Ready to confirm her early staying promise.

Ashburton, October 20

IFYOUSTARTMEUP

Caught the eye on debut coming from well back, nearly falling before the home turn and picking himself up to finish fourth.