HIGHLIGHTED (11) is a maiden galloper resuming from a spell after finishing tenth over 1300m at this track at the latest appearance on October 20. Fitter for a placing in a recent trial. Bold showing expected. PORCIA CATONIS (6) resumes from a spell of four months and looked close to a win before that break, finishing off with a minor placing over 1200m at Riccarton Park Synthetic. Has a tricky gate to overcome. Hard to beat if back in good order as anticipated. RESPECTABELLE (9) is a six-start maiden who finished 11th after being prominent at the turn at her most recent outing over 1200m at Wingatui. Suited in this line up and is among the better hopes. HOLDEM (8) turned in a solid first-up effort at Riccarton Park then wasn't beaten all that far last time when sixth at Riccarton Park over 1400m. Looks well placed so expect a better run this time.