LOOSE ENZ (3) is an improving type who is having only his fourth career start. He battled away gamely for third at Otaki over 1600m last time out, and the extra 460m should suit him right down to the ground. If he is strong enough to cope with a middle distance, then he is the one to beat. HEZA MONTY (1) was a beaten favourite second up over a similar trip at Tauherenikau last week, and he should be spot on with his fitness now. If this race has not come too soon for him, then he will be tough to hold out. Follow your money. POROTENE TIGER (2) has continued to improve with racing, and he ran into the money for the first time when finishing second at Otaki just over 2 weeks ago. He tries a longer trip for the first time, and he is good enough to go one better. DJIBOUTI (8) whacked away to finish fourth at Otaki against a few of her rivals here last start. She maps to settle a lot closer, and she can take this out. LES BOOTS (5) strips fitter second up, and he can't be underestimated.