NICCITA (10) is also in an earlier race, and whichever race she lines up in, she should go close to winning. Her 2 runs to date at Riccarton have been big efforts in deeper fields, so she goes on top. KIRCHMEYER (3) won a trial before fighting on gamely to finish sixth fresh up at Riccarton on a surface that was too testing for him. Expect him to finish a lot closer this time. Each way. LINDY MAY (5) showed promise last season, and resumes from a spell with a recent trial under her belt. Lisa Allpress picking up the ride is a strong lead, and she can figure in the top 3 fresh up. LUMINOSITY (11) has been racing in tougher fields than his since resuming from a spell, and with 2.5kg less to carry in an easier contest, she is ready to put her best hoof forward. MIDNIGHT OAK (12) is a talented filly who has been patiently handled thus far in her career. She is racing off another freshen-up, and is well worth including in all top 4 combos. SHESASCORCHER (8) won a recent trial. Each way.