JOHNNY FOOTBALL (5) is a smart dog who pinged the lids and cleared the pack early, leading throughout to win (38.00) at Manawatu in Class 2/3 over 660m. Brilliant beginner who should be leading the way here. Has a very good strike-rate from this draw, with six wins from nine starts. Flying at the moment and expecting another big run. LITTLE DODO (8) won again in another strong performance recording back to back wins at Addington over 732m (43.26). Has never been out of the placings from four starts out of this box. One of the prime contenders. THRILLING MUSE (2) is a promising dog in the frame at 10 of 22 starts including six wins and was a last start winner (38.52) over 650m at Cambridge Raceway. Will go close here with a clear run. ADOBE VIDEL (4) will run well despite no experience on this track.