Canterbury

YESNOVA (10) lightly raced gelding expected to go close at his third race start. Raced on the speed with the 59kg for a narrow second over 1300m at Hawkesbury. Kept fresh and has a distinct fitness edge over these with Stapleford's claim. No excuses today. RHETORIC (7) three-year-old colt by Harry Angel from Wordcraft on debut for the Michael Freedman yard. Ready to go from the low draw after the two latest trials. Tommy Berry rides and expected to go close. PORTOFINO (6) gelded over the break and looks set for a bright return. Struggled in three career starts in his first preparation and the two latest trials had merit. Tongue-tie goes on and look for him attacking the line late. ROLLING SURF (8) Ocean Park colt from a High Chaparral mare on debut for the Edward Cummings stable. Improved in all three trials and stays in the mix with Fitzgerald's claim.