Moderate pace with Kayzino rolling to the lead and setting the tempo. HEPHAESTUS (2) has hit the line strongly in both of his runs to date, and he will be nearing his peak fitness third up from a spell. He has a good gate, and in a field that lacks depth, he is the one to beat. JUSTKO PRINCE (6) ran a much better race when finishing on late for seventh at Waverley 11 days ago. He is likely to settle back again, but in this field, he is capable of a top 4 finish. Each way value. KAYZINO (9) resumed over a mile at Whanganui nearly 3 weeks ago, and was doing her best work late when finishing fifth. She is bred to relish the longer trip here, and she is well worth including in all combinations. GOLDEN LINING (8) has been trying to win a race for some time, and her recent form has been encouraging. With the right run, she is another who can figure in the top 4. MALIBU (1) was only a length from the winner at Whanganui last time out off a wide draw. He cops another tough gate, but in this field, he won't be far away again. SUGGESTED PLAY: Hephaestus is the one to beat here.