Race 2 Riccarton, Friday December 6

 

 

One from one on the synthetic and latest form is good enough to say he can bounce back here.

 

 

Race 5 Ellerslie, Saturday December 7

 

Below par in her last two runs but returned from a let-up with a trial win. Gets in well in the handicap and a handy draw adds to her prospects. $6 is good value on boosted odds.

 

 

Race 6 Trentham, Saturday December 7

 

Did well against the pater to finish as close as he did last time. Has always indicated he’ll come into his own over ground and now gets his chance.

 

 

Race 4 Te Aroha, Sunday December 8

 

 

Long time since he made top dollar as a Karaka yearling but has been given all the time he has needed and after a trial win he’ll be primed for a bold fresh-up effort.