KA YING LUCKY (2) just battled as the favourite when racing handy to the pace early on, and he has a good record on the poly track at Awapuni to go along with his one placing from 2 starts here. He is well worth another chance, so follow your money. HOLDEM (3) resumed with a sound effort for second here nearly 2 weeks ago. She gets a superior draw this time, strips fitter, and she can go one better. LA VOISIN (9) made solid progress last prep, and she will only be stronger now. She benefits from a 2kg claim and is sure to be ready to rumble fresh. Follow the market. THATS CHARMING (8) was unsuited by the pace of the race here last time out after some good form in similar fields prior. With the right run, he is always capable of winning against a field like this. ROYAL ASSENT (10) broke through for an overdue but deserved maiden win last time out over 1400m. She drops back to 1200m, which is a query for us, but another honest run would not be a surprise. Include.