THE BIG PICTURE (1) sat back and then hit the line hard when finishing runner-up at Otaki just over 3 weeks ago in his first run back from a decent spell. He has had his issues in the past, and does race well on this track. Craig Grylls steps into the irons, and the pair can get the job done in this. POPPY'S GIRL (5) stepped up in class here 4 weeks ago and finished eighth, but not far from the winner. She has been runner-up in her 2 previous starts at this level, and has a great chance to bounce back and win a race like this. EASTANDWEST (3) treks North after some solid efforts at Riccarton this season. His stable has a great record when campaigning their team on this track, and should be among the hardest to beat. STIPULATOR (6) has needed both of her runs back from a spell, and even with a modest record on this track being of some concern, she can still figure in the top 4. ALBAROSSA (2) battled on gamely at Ellerslie last start, and he will be at his peak for this suitable race.
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