NZ - New Plymouth - Race 2

BOKUSHI (1) has been knocking on the door with consecutive runner-up finishes, the latest over 7f at this track where he again showed plenty of grit after leading to be beaten only by a short-head. The drop can to 5 ½f is the key, and he looks ready to break through for a deserved maiden victory. LACEY LUCK (6) has been ultra-consistent this prep, producing back-to-back minor placings after racing on the speed. While this is a slightly stronger assignment, she has the form to measure up and should be in the finish again. CHILL FACTOR (2) resumes after a 7-month break having finished second in his only start this season in December. A recent trial win suggests he has returned in good order, and he is an each-way threat fresh. BLONDMOON (7) failed to fire at Otaki last time but had shown enough beforehand to warrant another chance. Stick with her for all top 4 combs. ROSINA VELOCE (8) has improved in each 0f her 2 starts back from a spell, and she can figure in the top 3 here.