HEPHAESTUS (3) has taken time to mature and ended his initial prep with a third at Ellerslie over 2200m. He resumes over 1800m, and even from a wide gate, he will be hard to beat. UNODOSTRESCUATRO (2) has raced his way into good form and steps up beyond a mile for the first time here. Stick with him on an each-way basis. MARCUS ATTILLUS (9) ran on late for sixth over 1400m when making an encouraging debut at Te Aroha 3 weeks ago. He can make his mark over a longer trip, and he can figure in the top 3 this time. FERDIE'S SECRET (1) just battled last time out at New Plymouth and might have been feeling the firm ground. He has been freshened up and is worth another chance. FRENCH THINKER (10) has improved since stepping up in distance, and from a good draw, she is well worth including in all combinations.
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