BIG TIME BAM (2) broke a string of placings finishing in the money two on end before a last start fourth (26.62) at Manawatu. Has a good record at this journey. Has performed well from this box with a win and three minor placings to his name from six starts. Has ability and can bounce back. CEPHALOPOD (3) is an honest type in the frame at nine of 20 starts including five wins, the latest scoring (26.08) over 457m at Manawatu. Meets a moderate line up and should run well. BRIGHTON WAVE (5) is mixing form lately, finishing out of the placings last time at Manawatu but was a Class 2/3 winner two back at Manawatu. Can feature with the right run. BIG TIME HILARY (7) is one of the chances after placing third last time.