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Race 1 - MATAMATA FUNCTION CENTRE MAIDEN 1600
Time: 12:12 PM | Distance: 1600 m | Prize $ 18500
Top Pick
Varallo
F: 9B(11)W(58.0)
( J-Masa Hashizume )
( T-O'Sullivan/Scott )
Nice first race. Came off a winning trial to be just over 2 lengths from winner on debut. Takes improvement and extra 200m should be ideal
Main Danger
Li Li
F: 94B(10)W(56.0)
( J-Craig Grylls )
( T-Stephen Marsh )
Unlucky not to win on debut over 1200m and then finished well, without threatening, last start. In good hands with Craig Grylls up
Next Best
Deebee Bellfer
Dividend : $3.00
Place
F: 8X384B(8)W(56.5)
( J-Michael McNab )
( T-Gavin Opie )
Hasn't been getting the best of favours recently but the ability is there. Like this stable
Consider
Manawa
Dividend : $5.10, $1.90
Won
F: 54320B(6)W(58.5)
( J-Warren Kennedy )
( T-John Bell )
Disappointed last time but two prior runs, over this distance, have been good. Warren Kennedy rides
Longer Odds
Zeiglar
F: 655FXB(4)W(58.5)
( J-Jasmine Fawcett )
( T-M & K Murdoch )
Went OK in four starts last campaign and will have progressed over the spell
Betting Suggestions
Multi's
Boxed Tri's and FF's
2, 3, 5, 10, 14
RETURNS - $20 STAKE
Boxed Trifecta % Bet = 33%
Boxed First Four % Bet = 16%
Results
Race Dividends
Win 2 $ 5.10
Place1 2 $ 1.90
Place2 10 $ 3.00
Place3 9 $ 3.40
Quinella 2:10 $ 20.40
Trifecta 2:10:9 $ 285.60
First4 F4 2:10:9:14 $ 1928.20
Double 2 $ 18.20
Quaddie 2 $ 320.50
Race 2 - MATAMATA RACING CLUB MEMBERS 1400
Time: 12:47 PM | Distance: 1400 m | Prize $ 18500
Top Pick
Best "Each Way"
Lerado
F: 23078B(8)W(60.0)
( J-Joe Doyle )
( T-Stephen Marsh )
There's always expectation that this one will be 'thereabouts' and that has so often been the case. In this weak field, it can take its chance
Main Danger
Firriato
F: X1407B(10)W(58.0)
( J-Opie Bosson )
( T-Walker/Bergerson )
Te Akau runner on home track and will be better for resuming run.
Next Best
Chantari Bay
F: 63153B(7)W(58.0)
( J-Tayla Mitchell )
( T-Bruce Manssen )
Won three backs and capable of winning in this grade.
Consider
Vino Valentino
F: 23904B(11)W(58.0)
( J-Sam Weatherley )
( T-Karen Fursdon )
Running well to be close up recently but is dropping back from the 1600m and drawn a bit wide
Longer Odds
Ka Ying Lucky
Dividend : $3.40
Place
F: 66035B(6)W(60.0)
( J-Courtney Barnes )
( T-B & R Foote )
The type to surprise at anytime and hasn't been far away in last couple
Betting Suggestions
Multi's
Boxed Tri's and FF's
2, 3, 7, 9, 11
RETURNS - $20 STAKE
Boxed Trifecta % Bet = 33%
Boxed First Four % Bet = 16%
Results
Race Dividends
Win 6 $ 9.70
Place1 6 $ 2.50
Place2 2 $ 3.40
Place3 10 $ 6.20
Quinella 2:6 $ 50.80
Trifecta 6:2:10 $ 1606.30
First4 F4 6:2:10:8 $ 3064.90
Double 2 $ 18.20
Treble 6 $ 109.70
Quaddie 2 $ 320.50
Race 3 - FAREWELL DAVE BRADFORD MAIDEN 1400
Time: 1:22 PM | Distance: 1400 m | Prize $ 18500
Top Pick
The 'Day's Best'
King Of The North
Dividend : $3.50, $1.50
Won
F: 43B(1)W(57.5)
( J-Masa Hashizume )
( T-O'Sullivan/Scott )
After wide draws in its two races to date, this one has come up with the inside marble this time. And that should see it home today, given its lovely runs to date despite those wide gates. Finishes strongly so extra 100m will be perfect
Main Danger
Lovely Friends
F: 36B(10)W(57.5)
( J-Michael McNab )
( T-Paul Richards )
Two runs to date have shown this 3yo gelding to be a promising prospect. Michael McNab takes over today
Next Best
Full Moon Fever
Dividend : $2.00
Place
F: 52775B(6)W(57.5)
( J-Per-Anders Graberg )
( T-Tony Pike )
Chances can't be discounted on what we've seen so far
Consider
Lemon Curd
F: 4B(12)W(55.5)
( J-Ulrika Holmquist )
( T-Frank Ritchie )
Promising debut run and needs thinking about
Longer Odds
Living In Hope
F: 9XB(9)W(57.5)
( J-Tayla Mitchell )
( T-Ralph Manning )
Thought it was a nice trial last week in preparation for its return
Betting Suggestions
Multi's
Boxed Tri's and FF's
2, 4, 5, 7, 11
RETURNS - $20 STAKE
Boxed Trifecta % Bet = 33%
Boxed First Four % Bet = 16%
Results
Race Dividends
Win 4 $ 3.50
Place1 4 $ 1.50
Place2 9 $ 4.80
Place3 2 $ 2.00
Quinella 4:9 $ 21.00
Trifecta 4:9:2 $ 232.90
First4 F4 4:9:2:13 $ 3384.40
Double 4+ $ 5.30
Treble 6 $ 109.70
Quaddie 2 $ 320.50
Race 4 - CONGRATS CAPTURED BY LOVE & TE AKAU MDN 1200
Time: 1:57 PM | Distance: 1200 m | Prize $ 18500
Top Pick
Donna Chiara
F: 7B(9)W(55.5)
( J-Craig Grylls )
( T-Walker/Bergerson )
Te Akau runner resuming after being highly tried on debut last December against unbeaten Captured To Love. Subsequently spelled and has won a trial to prepare for resuming run
Main Danger
Osteria
Dividend : $1.90
Place
F: 4B(3)W(57.5)
( J-Ngakau Hailey )
( T-P & D Williams )
Nice run on debut five weeks ago and will have learnt plenty. Not a stable to ignore right now
Next Best
Altari
Dividend : $3.30, $1.60
Won
F: NoneB(8)W(57.5)
( J-Opie Bosson )
( T-Walker/Bergerson )
Te Akau have Opie up on this one and it has looked good in both trials. Drawn a bit wide but still likely to be thereabouts
Consider
I'm All In
F: 3B(5)W(57.5)
( J-Warren Kennedy )
( T-Stephen Marsh )
Beaten nearly ten weeks on debut but given the classy winner won by 9 1/2 lengths, it might still prove to be a good run
Longer Odds
Little Thief
F: NoneB(6)W(57.5)
( J-Ryan Elliot )
( T-John Malcolm )
Ryan Elliot doesn't ride many mid-week without reason so this one on debut must be showing something
Betting Suggestions
Multi's
Boxed Tri's and FF's
1, 2, 3, 6, 8
RETURNS - $20 STAKE
Boxed Trifecta % Bet = 33%
Boxed First Four % Bet = 16%
Results
Race Dividends
Win 2 $ 3.30
Place1 2 $ 1.60
Place2 1 $ 1.90
Place3 5 $ 3.00
Quinella 1:2 $ 6.90
Trifecta 2:1:5 $ 97.50
First4 F4 2:1:5:6 $ 501.50
Double 4+ $ 5.30
Treble 6 $ 109.70
Quaddie 2 $ 320.50
Race 5 - MATAMATA RACING CLUB - LIFE MEMBERS MAIDEN 1200
Time: 2:32 PM | Distance: 1200 m | Prize $ 18500
Top Pick
Chloe's Comet
F: 3X332B(4)W(56.5)
( J-Matthew Cameron )
( T-Cody Cole )
Has gone about its job nicely in five starts to date and probably been a bit under rated. But it caught plenty of attention when running second last time, beating red hot Te Akau runner into the bargain. Definitely capable
Main Danger
Cintivee
F: 2B(2)W(56.0)
( J-Warren Kennedy )
( T-Moroney/Gerard )
Won both trials before a respectable run on debut. Comes on for that and won't be far away, with nice draw
Next Best
Imperial Empress
Dividend : $4.20, $1.60
Won
F: 3B(7)W(56.0)
( J-Michael McNab )
( T-Stephen Marsh )
Would have won on debut with a clear run. well supported that day and plenty will like its chances here
Consider
King's Mount
F: 470X4B(1)W(58.5)
( J-Ngakau Hailey )
( T-Mathew Faber )
Just 3/4 length behind Chloe's Comet when resuming at huge odds and repeat of that run would make these odds very generous
Longer Odds
Best "Roughie"
Mr Mozart
Dividend : $2.70
Place
F: 635XB(6)W(58.0)
( J-Masa Hashizume )
( T-Nicholas Bishara )
Trainer spoke highly of this one's chances last campaign and it was never far away. Expect it to have developed during spell
Despite the wide draw, surely this one will get a deserved first win here on her home track. Five times second from its 11 starts, the ability is there and Opie rides
Main Danger
Kai Moana
F: X9535B(8)W(56.5)
( J-Matthew Cameron )
( T-Cody Cole )
Likes to run on the pace and that can be an advantage in this race. Matt Cameron rides again
Next Best
La Dulcin'ee
F: 3X272B(10)W(56.5)
( J-Craig Grylls )
( T-Stephen Marsh )
All three runs this campaign have been full of merit. Another one that just has to overcome the wide draw to be a big chance
Consider
She'll Be Right
Dividend : $2.40
Place
F: 4B(7)W(56.0)
( J-Bailey Rogerson )
( T-Alex Forbes )
Promising run on debut and definite place possibility
Longer Odds
Emmy Dazzler
F: 6B(4)W(56.0)
( J-Ace Lawson-Carroll )
( T-Chris Wood )
Kept in touch with them for a long way on debut and takes improvement. Handy draw
Betting Suggestions
Multi's
Boxed Tri's and FF's
3, 4, 7, 9, 11
RETURNS - $20 STAKE
Boxed Trifecta % Bet = 33%
Boxed First Four % Bet = 16%
Results
Race Dividends
Win 7 $ 3.70
Place1 7 $ 1.50
Place2 1 $ 1.80
Place3 9 $ 2.40
Quinella 1:7 $ 10.40
Trifecta 7:1:9 $ 89.80
First4 F4 7:1:9:8 $ 849.50
Double 10 $ 15.10
Treble 7 $ 256.80
Quaddie 10 $ 1216.70
Race 7 - REMEMBERING DAVID BENJAMIN
Time: 3:42 PM | Distance: 2000 m | Prize $ 18500
Top Pick
Cupid's Arrow
F: 63261B(2)W(56.0)
( J-Masa Hashizume )
( T-O'Sullivan/Scott )
Progressive 3yo filly out of the O'Sullivan/Scott stable and showed its appetite for more ground when winning well over 1800m two weeks ago. Drawn inside and the 2000m should see it go back to back
Main Danger
Orsome Dude
F: 89054B(1)W(55.5)
( J-Ngakau Hailey )
( T-Lou Te Keeti )
Close up in last two runs and last week's trial will have it spot on for this. Rails draw should ensure it gets a good run
Next Best
Savacat
F: 36107B(8)W(56.5)
( J-Craig Grylls )
( T-TeamRogerson )
Won well three back when up to 2000m and not far away at Ellerslie despite dropping back to 1500m. Have to like its chances
Consider
Grace 'N' Glory
Dividend : $4.70, $1.80
Won
F: 93338B(3)W(55.0)
( J-Ace Lawson-Carroll )
( T-Mark Brosnan )
Very unlucky over 1600m last start and if running out the distance here, could well prove to be the EW value
Longer Odds
Ember Attack
F: 80866B(10)W(58.0)
( J-Joe Doyle )
( T-Paul Mirabelli )
Has run well without threatening in last few races and interesting to note Joe Doyle has been called upon to get the job done here
Betting Suggestions
Multi's
Boxed Tri's and FF's
3, 6, 8, 10, 11
RETURNS - $20 STAKE
Boxed Trifecta % Bet = 33%
Boxed First Four % Bet = 16%
Results
Race Dividends
Win 11 $ 4.70
Place1 11 $ 1.80
Place2 1 $ 3.80
Place3 4 $ 3.90
Quinella 1:11 $ 32.10
Trifecta 11:1:4 $ 699.10
First4 F4 11:1:4:8 $ 2713.10
Double 11 $ 86.40
Treble 7 $ 256.80
Quaddie 10 $ 1216.70
Race 8 - STH WAIKATO RACING @ MATAMATA 13/03 MAIDEN 2000
Time: 4:20 PM | Distance: 2000 m | Prize $ 18500
Top Pick
Uplifting
F: 20B(4)W(56.0)
( J-Sam Weatherley )
( T-Ramsay/Ritchie )
Support was there for this one on debut and it didn't disappoint. Very unlucky when coming from the back last time only to be checked out of it and looks certain to like the step up to 2000m
Main Danger
Saxs 'n' Silks
F: 29493B(1)W(56.0)
( J-Masa Hashizume )
( T-O'Sullivan/Scott )
Rails draw and the good form in this race. Has shown it self to be able to compete in better fields than this and a win wouldn't surprise
Next Best
Northern Raider
Dividend : $9.40, $2.30
Won
F: 64024B(9)W(58.5)
( J-Ulrika Holmquist )
( T-Lou Te Keeti )
A trainer that has a knack of getting them right and this one is progressing in the right direction
Consider
Wolf Rayet
F: 8860B(7)W(58.0)
( J-Joe Doyle )
( T-O'Sullivan/Scott )
Only the four runs but showing the right signs and Joe Doyle adds the value in taking the reins today
Longer Odds
Magical Road
Dividend : $6.80
Place
F: 40657B(10)W(58.5)
( J-Ngakau Hailey )
( T-Nicholas Bishara )
Only 1 1/2 lengths behind Saxs 'n' Silks last time so represents the value odds here. Progressing nicely too
