LUVABEEL (8) cost herself the win when missing the kick at Te Aroha 15 days ago, and then left her run too late, finishing second by a short-head as the hot favourite. The key here is the extra 500m on offer, and she should be the one to beat. Follow your money. CHARLEMAGNE (1) is knocking on the door for his first win, and was a sound runner-up at Te Aroha as the favourite 15 days ago. That field was fairly weak, and though there is more depth to this contest, he can still figure in the top 3 again. COMPLIMENTERRY (2) can be a touch dour in his races, and was battling on strongly here nearly a month ago when finishing fifth. The blinkers come off, and maybe a firmer surface can help him. Stick with him for all combinations. KHANDO (9) has turned a corner in her last couple of starts and was second at Taupo over 1800m last time out. The extra 300m is key, and she can challenge the top pick. KING CABAL (3) has been improving with racing. Each-way. MAGEE (5) is worth one last chance.