TAINUI (7) has filled a minor placing at both runs to date, the latest when beaten 0.9 lengths into second over 1450m at Quirindi. Has ability and is among the leading hopes. WOLF CLUB (5) is a six-start maiden who resumed from a spell last start and was beaten 1.1 lengths when fourth over 1200m at Mudgee. Will take a lot from that hit-out and looks a strong chance to break through. TAKEOVER LAD (8) is yet to break through after nine starts but not far off a win. Placed two back then missed the frame but was thereabouts last time over 1400m at Armidale. Settles off the speed. Solid top-three chance. LAGOON (10) finished 9 lengths away in seventh at her last appearance over 1590m at Ballina on February 14. Cannot be ruled out in this suitable assignment.