NZ - Te Rapa - Race 5

RED NED (4) lost his rider as the favourite early on in the race at Te Aroha 12 days ago but took no harm from the day out. He has been placed in his other 2 starts over hurdles, and he can make amends in this field. Follow your money. DOCTOR IRIS (2) had shown ability in this role last year, and he put it all together when winning here nearly 3 weeks ago, beating some handy types in the process. He carries the same weight, and he can repeat the dose. KING CABAL (3) makes his jumping debut but he is well schooled and won a recent hurdle trial late last month. A big run is on the cards. SKAW VALLEY (5) did nothing resuming on the flat nearly 7 weeks ago, but in this field in his preferred jumping role, he can improve quickly. Include to be safe. ODYSSEUS (1) lost his rider when resuming over steeples at Te Aroha, and he could plod into a top 4 finish here with some better luck.