It was a grandstand finish to last Friday's Hatrick open class 520m event and a repeat clash of that thriller is on the cards for this Friday evening's version of the same race (race 7).
The Brian Marsh locally prepared Dapper Rapper snatched an upset 30.23s victory by the smallest possible margin when rewarding his followers with his $28.50 and $9 dividends.
Marsh and his long-time partner Suzie Kite have been long-time local industry participants, and no one can begrudge them their deserved win.
Dapper Rapper returns for this evening's paw wrestle; however, drawing out wider in the seven-trap has made his task a tad tougher.
Big Time Lantao attempted to lead the race all the way for Lisa Cole, and last season's Wanganui Cup winner only succumbed in the very final stride. Another competitive race can be expected by her from trap-four here.