NZ - Tauherenikau - Race 5

CRICKET (7) has found the line strongly in each of her 2 starts to date, and will relish stepping up to a mile for the first time. She gets a nice swing in her draw and can take this out. AISHITERU (9) has had 3 trials this season without making much of an impression. She hails from the leading Walker/Bergerson stable and is sure to have plenty of admirers. Follow the market moves. WIGMORE (3) was under 2 lengths from the winner when finishing third here just over 3 weeks ago. He is getting stronger all the time and will be among the hardest to beat again. HARD ROCK CAFE (1) failed to fire at Trentham fresh up, and then drove hard late to finish third by less than a length at Otaki 2 weeks ago. He is ready for a mile and should pick up his first win at short notice. THE EXPLOSIVE (6) ran on late when making her debut at Otaki a week ago over 7f. The quick backup is a positive sign, and she can run into the top 4 this time. Stick with her.