BEAU BRUMMELL (4) fought on well enough when finishing fifth on the poly track here just over 3 weeks ago. He will be suited by the drop back from 2200m to 1800m and will be seasoned enough to cope with a heavy track now. He is more than capable of winning a race like this if his mind is on the job. BALLROOM BLITZ (11) fought on gamely for fourth over a mile at New Plymouth 2 weeks ago. She will relish the extra furlong after having 3 runs back from a spell, and will be among the hardest to beat here. STORMS AHEAD (9) has won both of his South Island starts and is bred to improve further over a longer trip. This is another step up, but he is up to the task. RADIANT REACH (7) was below her best at Oamaru last time out and drops back in class for this. She has the pole position, and if that is the place to be, then she can bounce back into the money. Each way value. IFFIN DOUBT DANCE (12) is a consistent mare who will be fit after racing over 2200m on the poly track here 9 days ago.