FORCE OF LAW (2) ran a bold race over this journey last time, leading for much of the way before fading out of it late to finish 2 lengths away in fourth at Hawera. Will take catching again. RUFUS (16) ran a much better race at his second outing last start to finish second over 1300m at Trentham after being in contention on the corner. Has the talent to take care of this field. LIAISON (9) is a three-start maiden who is knocking on the door, the latest effort a solid second at Pukekohe over 1400m after being in contention on the bend. Well placed and there is no reason she cannot find winning ways. TIMETOPLAYTHEGAME (5) was prominent at the turn and finished third last start at the first run back from a spell over 1200m at Matamata, beaten 0.9 lengths. Fitter for that run. In the right race and is a top-three hope.