MISS FLADGATE (7) was well in commission first up from a spell last start over 1050m at Matamata but could only manage sixth, beaten 4 lengths. Plenty of scope for improvement and can play a major role. OUT OF EXILE (5) is a six-start maiden who looks close to breaking the duck after finishing in the placings at her last couple of runs, most recently when half a length away in second over 1150m at Te Aroha. Going well enough to test this field. SHAVASANA (6) finished second last time over 1000m at Tauherenikau, beaten a head. Suitably placed so anticipating a big run again. KARYON (8) is a eight-start maiden who returned last time and finished fourth at Te Aroha over 1150m, beaten 2.5 lengths. Definite top-three hope with plenty of improvement to come.