HAKKINEN (1) showed plenty of talent as a 3-year-old and was not disgraced in the Derby earlier in the year. He rattled home fresh up over an unsuitable 1400m fresh up here 17 days ago when finishing fourth. If he is not already looking for a middle-distance, then he can have the last say. BILLY BLINX (6) has needed time to mature, as his breeding suggests, and he was a deserving maiden winner at Te Aroha nearly a fortnight ago. Now that the penny has dropped, he is expected to go on with the job. FOSSE (9) fought on strongly here last start when finishing midfield, and was runner-up in a good form race fresh up on this track before that. She is peaking at the right time and is certainly good enough to win this. STEELY MAN (7) is having no luck with his barrier draws and only needs a touch of luck to be right in the finish this time. Include in all combinations. SKYMAX (5) was out of the placings here last start but not far off the winner. Don't risk him. Include.