Rookie trainer Jimmy Ting in a short space of time has performed remarkably well training five winners from his first 12 runners and that tally can be enhanced with TRENDIFUL in the opening race. The recent all-weather trial from this eight-year-old gelding was excellent, and his rejuvenation is key as Trendiful was a horse that we were with on occasions last term. Unfortunately, the market is bordering on ‘over betting’ Ting’s horses, but if we get above $3 then he is a worthwhile play. It is a race without depth, with CARRY TO WIN on his form from late last term looking the main danger, but he has to contend with the outside gate. COUR VALANT gets an inside draw from which to jump, the 4.5kg claim can help and at least he is a winner at Happy Valley. SHOWING CHARACTER has had the benefit of a run this season and can perform well.