NZ - Gore - Race 8

TOMASINA (4) tried hard and was only run over late here 4 weeks ago when finishing runner-up by half a length. The visor blinkers go on, and she is good enough to go one better this time. KING OF THE CASTLE (2) was disappointing over a middle distance at Cromwell last start, and has been below his best since relocating from Australia. A good track would suit him, and maybe dropping right back in trip may unlock some good form. This is his last chance for us. THE GOOD SHEPHERD (1) needed his first run back from a spell when finishing fourth here 8 days ago. He will improve with more racing, and from a good draw, he can figure in the top 3 here. SIR STERLING (3) faded out of it after racing handy to the pace here 4 weeks ago, and will drop 10lbs for this assignment. The 4-week space between runs is probably what he needed, and he can bounce straight back into the money here. Stick with him. THE HANGOVER (6) resumes from a spell, and he normally comes to hand quickly. Don't risk him.