KHANT FAIL (3) rewarded for her consistency at start thirteen when a slick 6 len winner over 1812m at this track with the claim. Expected to go close again despite dropping in trip. Newman sticks and gets map favours. SHALAMIYNA (5) drops further in weight for this and not that far off another win. Back in trip when closing late for a respectable third over 1614m at Taree. No excuses today. SHEZATEMPEST (6) struggled late in the heavy (10) going when a fading third over 1400m at Newcastle. This looks easier and stays in the mix on an improving track. NIKODY'S BINKS (7) scored a surprise win two back from the wide gate, then came out fast again when a wilting tenth over 1415m at Grafton. Can bounce back quickly on the backup from the inside gate.