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Race 1 - JESSE LANGTON BUILDERS LTD MAIDEN
Time: 12:40 PM | Distance: 2000 m | Prize $ 25000
Top Pick
The 'Day's Best'
10 Celtic Echo
Dividend : $1.20
Place
F: 3X344B(8)W(56.5)
( J-Matthew Cameron )
( T-Jade Zuppicich )
This 4yo mare looks to have a lot of potential and was desperately unlucky not to break its maiden status at Whanganui three weeks ago, when unable to secure a run until too late. Senior jockey rides this time
Main Danger
2 The Big Picture
F: X5205B(7)W(58.5)
( J-Lisa Allpress )
( T-Bill Thurlow )
Up from Waverley after a resuming run at Whanganui. Might just have needed that race and can challenge here
Next Best
5 Kawhia
Dividend : $2.40
Place
F: 8B(4)W(58.0)
( J-Lily Sutherland )
( T-Shaun Phelan )
Caught the eye as it got into stride towards the finish on debut ... and comes on for the experience
Consider
7 Prometheus
F: 5068B(11)W(58.0)
( J-Masa Hashizume )
( T-James/Wellwood )
Didn't get the best of runs last time and gets to go over 2000m today, which it looks ready for
Longer Odds
9 Tranzed
Dividend : $7.30, $1.70
Won
F: 67B(1)W(58.0)
( J-Kate Hercock )
( T-John Wheeler )
Excusing last run as debut effort was promising. Rails draw today
Betting Suggestions
Multi's
Boxed Tri's and FF's
2, 5, 7, 9, 10
RETURNS - $20 STAKE
Boxed Trifecta % Bet = 33%
Boxed First Four % Bet = 16%
Results
Race Dividends
Win 9 $ 7.30
Place1 9 $ 1.70
Place2 5 $ 2.40
Place3 10 $ 1.20
Quinella 5:9 $ 26.10
Trifecta 9:5:10 $ 132.60
First4 F4 9:5:10:4 $ 2512.40
Treble 9 $ 51.20
Race 2 - ENERGY VETS TARANAKI SC MAIDEN
Time: 1:15 PM | Distance: 1400 m | Prize $ 40000
Top Pick
5 Beast Of Burden
F: 32833B(3)W(56.5)
( J-Vinnie Colgan )
( T-Chad Ormsby )
Down from the north and has looked full of promise in five starts to date. Good trainer
Main Danger
3 Shameless Boy
Dividend : $2.40, $1.20
Won
F: 1B(1)W(57.5)
( J-Craig Grylls )
( T-Robbie Patterson )
Hard to leave out this trainer/jockey partnership, especially on this runner's home track. Won only start and open to further improvement
Next Best
2 Malachy
Dividend : $1.60
Place
F: 1B(8)W(57.5)
( J-Masa Hashizume )
( T-Allan Sharrock )
Winner of only start, on the course, and scratchings improve its draw
Consider
12 El Jaycee
F: 822B(6)W(54.5)
( J-Sam Spratt )
( T-Allan Sharrock )
Locally trained and has improved with racing. Scratchings bring in into contention
Longer Odds
8 Just A Nudge
F: 33X45B(2)W(55.0)
( J-Lisa Allpress )
( T-Glenda Schumacher )
That was a nice run in a competitive field two weeks ago at Te Rapa. Good draw gives it every chance today
Betting Suggestions
Multi's
Boxed Tri's and FF's
2, 3, 5, 8, 12
RETURNS - $20 STAKE
Boxed Trifecta % Bet = 33%
Boxed First Four % Bet = 16%
Results
Race Dividends
Win 3 $ 2.40
Place1 3 $ 1.20
Place2 10 $ 6.70
Place3 2 $ 1.60
Quinella 3:10 $ 44.00
Trifecta 3:10:2 $ 296.10
First4 F4 3:10:2:12 $ 1528.80
Double 3+ $ 13.00
Treble 9 $ 51.20
Quaddie 3+ $ 74.10
Race 3 - HIREPOOL 1400
Time: 1:50 PM | Distance: 1400 m | Prize $ 40000
Top Pick
5 Terra Preta
Dividend : $2.20, $1.20
Won
F: 3X12B(1)W(57.5)
( J-Sam Spratt )
( T-Allan Sharrock )
Ran well on debut when third to a galloper that has since won twice in Australia. Impressive win in next start and couldn't reach the front runner at Trentham last time. Rails draw and can make amends here
Main Danger
1 Crunchie Boy
F: X6341B(6)W(59.0)
( J-Michael McNab )
( T-Bill Thurlow )
Never gave anything a chance from the front last time so dropping back here may be OK
Next Best
12 Madame Moet
F: 86205B(7)W(55.5)
( J-Mereana Hudson )
( T-Trish Mason )
Really caught the eye at Whanganui last time, when finishing over them. Can be in the finish here
Consider
11 Tsunami
F: 4485XB(4)W(56.0)
( J-Kate Hercock )
( T-John Wheeler )
Resuming and although eventually wanting further, could place fresh up
Longer Odds
10 Per La Vita
F: 9X561B(5)W(56.0)
( J-Tegan Newman )
( T-Steven Cole )
Down from the north with winning form behind it
Betting Suggestions
Multi's
Boxed Tri's and FF's
1, 5, 10, 11, 12
RETURNS - $20 STAKE
Boxed Trifecta % Bet = 33%
Boxed First Four % Bet = 16%
Results
Race Dividends
Win 5 $ 2.20
Place1 5 $ 1.20
Place2 3 $ 2.30
Place3 9 $ 2.60
Quinella 3:5 $ 8.60
Trifecta 5:3:9 $ 84.70
First4 F4 5:3:9:10 $ 524.80
Double 3+ $ 13.00
Treble 9 $ 51.20
Quaddie 3+ $ 74.10
Race 4 - MCCURDY TRUCKS OPEN
Time: 2:22 PM | Distance: 1400 m | Prize $ 50000
Top Pick
2 Brando
F: 03530B(8)W(60.0)
( J-Opie Bosson )
( T-Walker/Bergerson )
Te Akau selection could be too good here. Has a lot of ability, won a recent trial and Opie's on the reins
Main Danger
9 Uderzo
F: X1427B(2)W(54.0)
( J-Masa Hashizume )
( T-O'Sullivan/Scott )
Stable in form and this one's last two runs have been good. Favoured by the draw
Next Best
5 Shamus
Dividend : $1.40
Place
F: 20X36B(6)W(56.5)
( J-Ryan Elliot )
( T-Allan Sharrock )
Locally trained and was just in behind them in the Telegraph last start. Extra 200m more to its liking too
Consider
7 Ifndoubtgetout
Dividend : $2.60, $1.40
Won
F: 0X719B(1)W(54.0)
( J-Ciel Butler )
( T-Tracey Bliss )
Unlucky in the Telegraph, having won well at Trentham prior. Rails draw today
Longer Odds
3 He's A Doozy
F: X0099B(3)W(59.0)
( J-Jonathan Riddell )
( T-Lisa Latta )
Has been running well without threatening in the top races. Lisa will have it trained to the minute and won't be far away
Betting Suggestions
Multi's
Boxed Tri's and FF's
2, 3, 5, 7, 9
RETURNS - $20 STAKE
Boxed Trifecta % Bet = 33%
Boxed First Four % Bet = 16%
Results
Race Dividends
Win 7 $ 2.60
Place1 7 $ 1.40
Place2 5 $ 1.40
Place3 1 $ 2.10
Quinella 5:7 $ 4.00
Trifecta 7:5:1 $ 42.90
First4 F4 7:5:1:3 $ 250.00
Double 7+ $ 5.40
Treble 7+ $ 40.50
Quaddie 3+ $ 74.10
Race 5 - PLATINUM HOMES TARANAKI 2YO CLASSIC (G3)
Time: 3:00 PM | Distance: 1200 m | Prize $ 100000
Top Pick
3 Captured By Love
Dividend : $1.40, $1.20
Won
F: 11B(2)W(55.0)
( J-Opie Bosson )
( T-Walker/Bergerson )
The best 2yo we've seen out this year and the Te Akau stable look likely to get the greater share on the $100k stake in this Group 3 race.
Main Danger
4 Dream Of The Moon
F: 6213B(5)W(55.0)
( J-Michael McNab )
( T-Walker/Bergerson )
Another Te Akau runner and it too has a lot of ability. Third to Captured By Love at Trentham but nearly five lengths away, but does look the nailed on quinella option.
Next Best
6 Mirabella
F: NoneB(7)W(55.0)
( J-Craig Grylls )
( T-Clinton Isdale )
Cruised home to win a trial at Foxton and now on debut. Drawn a bit wide but should overcome that to be in the money
Consider
5 Kay's Ruebe
Dividend :
Place
F: 4B(3)W(55.0)
( J-Kate Hercock )
( T-John Wheeler )
Well supported when running fourth on debut here just after Christmas. Could be useful and has seen a lot of early money
Longer Odds
1 Chicago Jack
F: NoneB(1)W(57.0)
( J-Ryan Elliot )
( T-Steven Cole )
On debut. Down from the north after a nice trial and benefits from rails draw
Betting Suggestions
Multi's
Boxed Tri's and FF's
1, 3, 4, 5, 6
RETURNS - $20 STAKE
Boxed Trifecta % Bet = 33%
Boxed First Four % Bet = 16%
Results
Race Dividends
Win 3 $ 1.40
Place1 3 $ 1.20
Place2 8 $ 3.10
Quinella 3:8 $ 4.10
Trifecta 3:8:5 $ 43.80
First4 F4 3:8:5:4 $ 124.00
Double 7+ $ 5.40
Treble 7+ $ 40.50
Quaddie 3+ $ 74.10
Race 6 - DENIS WHEELER EARTHMOVING TARANAKI CUP (G3)
Time: 3:35 PM | Distance: 1800 m | Prize $ 120000
Top Pick
1 Dark Destroyer
F: X9050B(3)W(58.0)
( J-Lisa Allpress )
( T-D & B Weatherley )
Quality galloper that campaigned in Australia from May 2023, without success. Having said that, it was invariably in strong fields. Now with the Weatherley stable and might have to much ability for the opposition today
Main Danger
11 Saint Alice
Dividend : $2.20
Place
F: 30X51B(10)W(53.0)
( J-Warren Kennedy )
( T-P & D Williams )
Stable has had a good flow of winners over the last few months and they seem to have this one at the top of its game. Warren Kennedy is on the reins
Next Best
4 Colorado Star
F: 87395B(1)W(56.0)
( J-Ryan Elliot )
( T-Mike Breslin )
Just a length off Times Ticking last start at Trentham and, being the winner of this race last year, it will be tuned to the minute today
Consider
3 Dionysus
F: X4631B(6)W(57.0)
( J-Masa Hashizume )
( T-James/Wellwood )
Gutsy effort to win the Waikato Cup in mid-December and then out with injury. Resumes and has to be considered a chance to place
Longer Odds
15 Dubai Diva
F: 97241B(5)W(53.0)
( J-Sam Spratt )
( T-Stephen Marsh )
Albeit a R75, that was a nice win by this Stephen Marsh runner at Trentham. Astute trainer now steps it up in distance and can be a threat
Betting Suggestions
Quaddies
R4
(2) Brando
(9) Uderzo
(5) Shamus
R6
(1) Dark Destroyer
(11) Saint Alice
(4) Colorado Star
R7
(11) Nepheti
(7) Black Betty
(6) Arabian Songbird
R8
(9) Let Fly
(5) Up The Wahs
(13) Final Purchase
R9
(8) Tshiebwe
(5) Whangaehu
(7) Our Jumala
Quaddies % to a $20 stake:
Multi's
Boxed Tri's and FF's
1, 3, 4, 11, 15
RETURNS - $20 STAKE
Boxed Trifecta % Bet = 33%
Boxed First Four % Bet = 16%
Results
Race Dividends
Win 13 $ 5.20
Place1 13 $ 2.00
Place2 16 $ 2.70
Place3 11 $ 2.20
Quinella 13:16 $ 19.30
Trifecta 13:16:11 $ 255.80
First4 F4 13:16:11:4 $ 742.50
Double 13+ $ 99.80
Treble 7+ $ 40.50
Quaddie 13+ $ 15427.00
Race 7 - GRANGEWILLIAM STUD OAKS PRELUDE
Time: 4:10 PM | Distance: 1800 m | Prize $ 80000
Top Pick
11 Nepheti
F: 21B(2)W(56.5)
( J-Michael McNab )
( T-Ritchie/Murray )
Nice filly that won last start like a very good galloper in the making, at only its second start. Looks a great Oaks prospect and can taking this out on the way there
Main Danger
7 Black Betty
F: 541B(3)W(56.5)
( J-Kate Hercock )
( T-John Wheeler )
Not far away in all three races to date, looking better the further it went. Up to 1600m at Trentham last week and put in a stylish effort to win well. Extra 200m perfect
Next Best
6 Arabian Songbird
F: 331B(10)W(56.5)
( J-Warren Kennedy )
( T-P & D Williams )
Two runs in the spring before being given time to develop. Resumed a month ago to win impressively and it's hard to deny this trainer/jockey combination right now
Consider
3 My Lips Are Sealed
F: 60425B(9)W(56.5)
( J-Vinnie Colgan )
( T-Walker/Bergerson )
Te Akau had a few to choose from so this one has to be respected. Going OK too
Longer Odds
Best "Roughie"
10 Leave A Light On
F: 4541B(7)W(56.5)
( J-Chris Dell )
( T-Janelle Millar )
Locally trained runner that won its maiden last time, leading them out and galloping clear by over six lengths. Still a lot of improvement to come and looks the odds player here
Betting Suggestions
Multi's
Boxed Tri's and FF's
3, 6, 7, 10, 11
RETURNS - $20 STAKE
Boxed Trifecta % Bet = 33%
Boxed First Four % Bet = 16%
Results
Race Dividends
Win 9 $ 20.80
Place1 9 $ 5.80
Place2 1 $ 2.30
Place3 17 $ 5.00
Quinella 1:9 $ 65.60
Trifecta 9:1:17 $ 2398.30
First4 F4 9:1:17:8 $ 10305.10
Double 13+ $ 99.80
Treble 9 $ 1580.00
Quaddie 13+ $ 15427.00
Race 8 - DOBSONS MARQUEE AND EVENTS 1800
Time: 4:45 PM | Distance: 1800 m | Prize $ 40000
Top Pick
Best "Each Way"
9 Let Fly
F: 40761B(5)W(57.5)
( J-Sam Spratt )
( T-Conor and Sarah Fahy )
Unlucky two back over 2000m and then pretty impressive to come from the back to win well when dropped back to 1600m last time. Sam Spratt a great booking and the 1800m ideal
Main Danger
5 Up The Wahs
F: 61B(10)W(58.5)
( J-Matthew Cameron )
( T-Fraser Auret )
Fraser Auret might have a decent type here. Progressed nicely to break maidens here second up and now Matthew Cameron takes over the reins
Next Best
13 Final Purchase
F: X7241B(4)W(56.5)
( J-Billy Jacobson )
( T-Allan Smith )
Has done nothing but improve this campaign and progressed to a nice win last start. This tougher but progressive
Consider
14 Reinstatement
F: 15X06B(8)W(56.5)
( J-Ulrika Holmquist )
( T-Ritchie/Murray )
Terrific run last start and would have been closer if it had got a clear run last time
Longer Odds
15 Espresso To Go
Dividend : $7.70, $2.60
Won
F: 00X77B(2)W(58.0)
( J-Mereana Hudson )
( T-Ken Harrison )
Down from the north and showed signs of improvement last start
Betting Suggestions
Multi's
Boxed Tri's and FF's
5, 9, 13, 14, 15
RETURNS - $20 STAKE
Boxed Trifecta % Bet = 33%
Boxed First Four % Bet = 16%
Results
Race Dividends
Win 15 $ 7.70
Place1 15 $ 2.60
Place2 11 $ 1.80
Place3 7 $ 1.80
Quinella 11:15 $ 22.40
Trifecta 15:11:7 $ 323.30
First4 F4 15:11:7:9 $ 1129.80
Double 15 $ 53.40
Treble 9 $ 1580.00
Quaddie 13+ $ 15427.00
Race 9 - 125TH JUBILEE RACEDAY FRIDAY 16TH FEBRUARY 2000
Time: 5:20 PM | Distance: 2000 m | Prize $ 40000
Top Pick
8 Tshiebwe
F: 5121B(8)W(56.5)
( J-Michael McNab )
( T-Allan Sharrock )
Trying 2000m for the first time and, if it runs it out, we think it wins. A very nice type that beat Nancy she wrote last start and that one won nicely at Te Rapa on Wednesday
Main Danger
5 Whangaehu
Dividend : $1.90
Place
F: 67X17B(4)W(57.5)
( J-Lisa Allpress )
( T-Bill Thurlow )
Has been competitive since returning from Australia and made it tough for itself at Trentham when getting too far back. Will enjoy this step up to 2000m
Next Best
7 Our Jumala
Dividend : $5.10, $1.80
Won
F: 42410B(2)W(56.5)
( J-Craig Grylls )
( T-Robbie Patterson )
Forget Trentham run when slow start put paid to chances. Nice win here prior and 2000m well within its grasp. Good trainer/jockey combo
Consider
1 Rua Rocks
F: 87374B(3)W(59.0)
( J-Kate Hercock )
( T-Carl Henderson )
Capable type that ran well for fourth last start.
Longer Odds
11 Hanakin
Dividend : $1.60
Place
F: 32418B(5)W(54.0)
( J-Sam Spratt )
( T-Janelle Millar )
Winner two back and only two lengths behind Final Return at Trentham last time. That suggests it's at generous odds
