NZ - Tauherenikau - Race 1

SHAVASANA (2) is honest and consistently around the mark, and she meets a fairly modest field here. She has been freshened up since finishing just behind the placegetters over 6f at Otaki nearly 8 weeks ago over 6f. Dropping back to 5f is ideal, and she is the one to beat. SHAMELESS STAR (3) resumed in excellent order, charging home late to be beaten by a short-head over 5f at this track. Her only win has come second up, and she can have the last say here. MAROTIRI MARSTA (1) returns from a break. He didn't feature at his only run last prep when fifth over 6f at Otaki on Boxing Day. He comes to hand quickly and is not the worst in this field. BODACIOUS KATE (5) won't lack fitness on a 6-day backup, and in this sort of field, she must be respected. Include in all top 4 combos in a small field.