CAPTAINS SECRET (3) was in the money two runs ago then was about the mark again last time over 2500m at Manawatu, finishing 8 metres from the winner in third. No excuses from this advantageous draw. Taking on a better field but he is good enough to take this out. RAGNAR LOTHBROK (8) registered a strong performance last time when he battled on bravely to just miss out over 1700m at this track. Interesting to see what unfolds from this wide draw. Big chance based on that recent effort. MURTLE THE TURTLE (1) didn't do a bad job when sixth over 1700m at this track last time out. Has each-way claims. DIXIELAND DELIGHT (6) is heading the right way, improving last time out to finish third at this track over 1700m.