Ellerslie

QUEEN ZOU (10) Improved late to finish 5th last time at Trentham and facing weaker opposition. Running with confidence since coming back from a spell and will be well suited at the trip. Respect in this event. TUXEDO (5) Bold effort when winning last run at the track and matched against a less competitive field. Capable of forward showing and can be competitive. WAITAK (1) Moderate showing when 7th last start at this venue but stepping down to a lower level. Prefers the sting out of the ground with 5 wins from 11 attempts. Goes very close. EL VENCEDOR (2) Lost momentum late when 4th last run at Te Rapa and taking on easier opposition. Rory Hutchings is a key booking but will be dropping in distance. Consider an each way bet.