GRASSHOPPER (4) missed the placings two runs back then did well last start but found a couple better over 1600m at Ashburton, beaten only a long neck after being in contention on the bend. Best figures measure up. Sure to run well. EL FUEGO (1) turned in a moderate run over this journey last time out, settling out the back and failing to make an impact when 11th over 1600m at Ashburton. Best figures measure up nicely. Sure to run well. MAGGIE MCMUFFIN (6) was below her best last time, finishing seventh and beaten 4 lengths over 1600m at Ashburton. Well placed and there is no reason she cannot find winning ways. TAIMATE STAAR (5) on synthetic for the first time. Beaten 4.5 lengths when unplaced on her return from a break last start at Ashburton on turf over 1400m. In the money at the same stage last prep.