BUICKS HOPE (3) is a last start placegetter in a HCP, jumping from this trap and finishing a 2.75 lengths third over 480m at this track. Boasts a strong record off this same box, including three wins and six placings from 12 starts. Key player on best form. ALNWICK TORNADO (4) looks close to another win after finishing second last time (29.82) in an A7 at this track. Consistent performer from this draw with a win and three minor placings to his credit. Bold showing expected. WANGANUI WANDA (5) had trap 5 last start and ran well to finish second, beaten half a length, (29.64) at this track. Expecting another good run. BLACKHOUSE SADIE (2) has ability and finds the right scenario to bounce back.