ELEGANT LADY (7) wasn't far away first up last start when fifth over 1600m at Otaki. She is a huge improver here. The one to certainly beat no matter the footing on offer today. KICK ON (1) was an easy winner at his last start. Up 2.5kg here but he can cope. Winning rider atop in this. SMOOTH OPERATOR (4) is a multiple class riser. Going for four wins in a row. He has won on dry and wet footing. Toughest test to date. REGAL DICE (9) is deadset ready to win. Course proven. Looks very well in here at 54kg. EPEE BEEL (5) has been consistent so far. The mare is best on wet ground. A 3kg claim here helps her chances.