THRILLING ISSAC (3) latest effort finished 2nd over 375m at this track, beaten 4.5 lengths (21.77) behind Opawa Jordan in a Class 2 on June 10. Rates on top and should go close. BIG TIME REDEEM (4) has been beaten for early speed lately, last time finishing fourth (18.14) in a Class 2/3 at Wanganui. Solid record at the distance, winning two races. Consistent performer from this draw with a win and two minor placings to her credit. Should be in this for a long way. BIG TIME CORTEZ (7) took the sit on the lead from an outside box but levelled up and drew clear to score (17.92) at Wanganui in a Class 2 over 305m. Expected to measure up again.