SATURDAY 23 JULY AT ROTORUA AND NEW PLYMOUTH

Co-trainer Pam Gerard said: “Alpino meets field without depth of form, much depends on handling very testing track conditions but she tries really hard and has race fitness.”

“Toffee has blinkers on, which has sharpened her up in track work, and plans are to ride positively. She would prefer better footing, but needs racing, looks super, and hopefully able to show improvement despite very testing track conditions.”

“Aurora Dolce has bounced back after a wee while between runs, but not convinced she will handle such testing conditions. She is eating and working well, trotted up fine this morning, and fingers crossed she can handle the going.”

“So Gorgeous has freshened up nicely since her stakes placed run for second last time, drops in grade but has to carry 59kg. She has been working really well and has shown to handle testing ground.”

“Cork has made field off the ballot in Opunake Cup (Listed, 1400m). She meets a solid field, but carries minimum weight (53kg). Her work has been first-class and a good opportunity to prove herself further.” Pictured