No surprise if the debutants played a key role in the tempo of the race with little speed on paper. NICCITA (5) has put in big efforts in both of her starts to date in far stronger company than what she meets here. She has some richer assignments ahead of her this spring if she can measure up in this field, and for us, is clearly the one to beat. BALTIC BOOM (1) was a beaten favourite on debut as a juvenile earlier in the year, but his trial form all around that effort is that of a horse that can make his way through the grades once he puts it all together. TRICORY (6) has learned a lot in each of her 2 career starts, and having Lisa Allpress in the irons is always a bonus. With luck from a wide gate, she can have a say in the finish of this race. MIDNIGHT OAK (7) has been showing promise with her racing well spaced out. She is back from a freshen-up and is worth including in all combos. MISS THUNDERDONK (8) was put aside after being beaten as the favourite on debut at Riverton where she showed early pace to lead that day. She is stronger this season and can do better. Include. SUGGESTED PLAY: Niccita should win this.