GIPPSY GOD (2) has been racing well enough since winning his maiden at Taupo in October. He was running on too late when finishing fourth, less than a length from the winner, at Pukekohe a month ago. If the pace is genuine, he can have the last say here. THE TRENDSETTER (9) only battled over 2400m at Te Rapa last time out, and before that, he was runner-up by a short-head at Pukekohe over this trip. Stick with him on an each-way basis. RETROSTAR (3) motored home late for fifth in the same race as the second pick last time out, and he is another who needs a strong pace up front to produce his best. Include in all combos to be safe. BLACKWATERFOOT (7) went down fighting when finishing runner-up by a nose here nearly 3 weeks ago. She will again take some pegging back. PERFECTMANZ (6) raced a touch greenly late here last time out and finished third. If he can settle closer to the pace this time, he is good enough to win a race like this.