BOURBON EMPRESS (7) raced well earlier in the season in some handy fields before being put aside for a spell. She has been placed in both of her tune-up trials, and she has been placed in 3 of her 4 starts fresh. A wide gate by this time of the day could be an advantage, and she has to be respected. Check the market. KITTY FLASH (6) resumed with a brave third in the Listed Napier Sprint at Otaki 4 weeks ago. The extra 200m is ideal, and she can take this out. MY LIPS ARE SEALED (2) won the Champagne Stakes at Matamata fresh up in February, before folding up in the Cuddle Stakes at Trentham. Her recent freshen up would have done her no harm, and she will get every opportunity here with Opie Bosson back in the irons. BEDTIME STORY (4) has been close up in 2 starts since winning fresh at Whanganui in March. Stick with her on an each-way basis.