BIRSTALL BABE (11) finished second last start over 2600m at Oamaru, beaten 3.5 metres, after a good win at Rangiora the run prior. Will need a bit of luck negotiating a very wide starting position. Meets a comparable field and she can get back to the winner's list. HEZA COOL DUDE (7) has been a model of consistency of late and deserved his success last start, scoring by 11 metres over 2600m at Oamaru after making the most of the pole position. Has to contend with a very wide draw this time. Taking on a better field but he is capable of running another big race. BIZZA TO'O (9) is better than his last-start run for ninth over 2000m at Oamaru. Can place. TLUCA (3) must be respected after scoring last start by 0.8 metres at Ashburton Raceway over 2400m.