With little in the way of early speed Descaro may well find the front. ASCEND (1) has all the exposed form in this field, and was runner-up over 2200m at Oamaru 3 weeks ago. The drop back to a mile won't be a problem for this modest assignment, and he is clearly the one to beat. ROCCODIORO (2) has been given plenty of time to mature, and he was a recent trial winner at Ashburton in the middle of last month. He has found the right race to make his debut, and he is the biggest threat to the top pick. DESCARO (4) has a few tricks which has probably prevented her from winning a race by now. She has been to a jumpout since being a late scratching last month, and if she is settled around at the start, then she is capable of a top 3 finish in this field. SCHNELL (6) battled on late for fifth when having her first start at Oamaru 3 weeks ago over 1400m. The step up to a mile will suit her, and she is well worth including in all multiples. LIQUID BLUE (5) drops back to a mile, and will have no fitness concerns third up from a spell. Stick with her. SUGGESTED PLAY: Ascend should break her maiden here, and Roccodioro is the main threat.