MODELO (6) stepped up to the mile for the first time last start at Pukekohe and after looking a winning chance halfway down the straight he boxed on for third. Should camp just off the leaders. Expecting a bold showing. GAMBLE (5) led early and was still in the firing line on the turn last start before tiring to finish fifth over 1600m at New Plymouth Raceway. Among the top chances in what looks a most suitable race. NAVY ICON (7) is third up today. Turned in a better run last time when fourth, beaten 2.75 lengths, at this track over 1600m. Can go on to take this out. BUSTER SHAW (1) was out of the money when resuming from a spell last start over 1400m at Matamata, beaten 3.5 lengths. Strips fitter and should be thereabouts.