HAKUSHU (3) is a maiden galloper resuming today after a spell of 14 months. Closed last campaign with a fourth over 1200m at Trentham, beaten 4.5 lengths. Fitter for six trials, placing most recently. Key runner. MISS FLADGATE (10) made progress last time out, finishing 2 lengths from the winner in third at the end of 1200m at Te Rapa after being in contention on the corner. Meeting a tougher field but on her best form she is capable of a big performance. BUCCINO (8) has recorded six minor placings from nine runs this preparation. Continued the trend last time out when runner-up over 1200m at Te Rapa after she was always up in the leading division. Finds a tougher race but she has the talent to test this line-up. ATKINS (15) debuted two weeks ago when she finished sixth over 1200m at Te Rapa, beaten 3 lengths. Top-three chance with that run under her belt.