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Race 1 - CAVALLO FARM & CHRIS RUTTEN BLOODSTOCK 3YO
Time: 2:10 PM | Distance: 1300 m | Prize $ 25000
Top Pick
No Rain Ever
Dividend : $1.20
Place
F: 16X13B(5)W(56.0)
( J-Craig Grylls )
( T-Bill Thurlow )
Terrific field to start the day and this one will need to be the good galloper we think it is to fend off the opposition. Raced in good 3yo company at Ellerslie last time and wasn't beaten far
Main Danger
Revolt
F: 3X152B(1)W(57.0)
( J-Masa Hashizume )
( T-Mike Breslin )
Liked this one's run at Whanganui and with the stable going well, might be the one to test the favourite
Next Best
Bedtime Story
Dividend : $3.90, $1.80
Won
F: 2113B(2)W(56.0)
( J-Kozzi Asano )
( T-Guy Lowry & Leah Zydenbos )
Two wins from first three starts before finishing 4 lengths behind No Rain Ever at Trentham. Has a bit to make up there
Consider
Up The Anti
Dividend :
Place
F: 1618XB(3)W(58.0)
( J-Ryan Elliot )
( T-Benner/Wynyard )
Showed itself to be very capable last campaign and now resumes after winning a trial to prepare
Longer Odds
Get Funky
F: 65057B(4)W(56.0)
( J-Joe Doyle )
( T-Lisa Latta )
At long odds for a reason but these 'roughies' often surprise in these small fields
Betting Suggestions
Multi's
Boxed Tri's and FF's
1, 2, 3, 4, 5
RETURNS - $20 STAKE
Boxed Trifecta % Bet = 33%
Boxed First Four % Bet = 16%
Results
Race Dividends
Win 4 $ 3.90
Place1 4 $ 1.80
Place2 3 $ 1.20
Quinella 3:4 $ 2.30
Trifecta 4:3:1 $ 13.90
First4 F4 4:3:1:5 $ 54.50
Treble 4 $ 60.30
Race 2 - MCMILLAN EQUINE FEEDS 2YO MAIDEN
Time: 2:45 PM | Distance: 1100 m | Prize $ 25000
Top Pick
Full Force
Dividend : $1.20, $0.70
Won
F: 2236B(4)W(57.5)
( J-Ryan Elliot )
( T-Benner/Wynyard )
Excellent performance when finishing third on Millions night and nothing of that calibre here
Main Danger
Sergeant Major
Dividend : $2.90
Place
F: NoneB(3)W(57.5)
( J-Ulrika Holmquist )
( T-Gavin Sharrock )
On debut. Taking on trust but money that has come for it would suggest it has been showing a bit at home and this trainer won with a 'first up' runner late last year
Next Best
First Gear
F: NoneB(8)W(57.5)
( J-Lisa Allpress )
( T-Kevin Gray )
Looked to be capable when winning trial and Kevin Gray has turned to experienced Lisa Allpress on debut
Consider
Connello
F: 5X53B(6)W(55.5)
( J-Lily Sutherland )
( T-Lisa Latta )
Looks to be on the improve
Longer Odds
Way With Words
F: NoneB(7)W(55.5)
( J-Jim Chung )
( T-Clinton Isdale )
With trainer who often gets a winner on his trips down to the CD and has trialled in preparation for debut
Betting Suggestions
Multi's
Boxed Tri's and FF's
1, 3, 4, 5, 11
RETURNS - $20 STAKE
Boxed Trifecta % Bet = 33%
Boxed First Four % Bet = 16%
Results
Race Dividends
Win 1 $ 1.20
Place1 1 $ 0.70
Place2 4 $ 2.90
Place3 9 $ 5.10
Quinella 1:4 $ 5.70
Trifecta 1:4:9 $ 54.30
First4 F4 1:4:9:5 $ 281.40
Double 1+ $ 7.10
Treble 4 $ 60.30
Quaddie 1+ $ 3101.70
Race 3 - RIVERSTONE CAFE MAIDEN
Time: 3:20 PM | Distance: 1200 m | Prize $ 25000
Top Pick
Headline News
F: 378X2B(3)W(58.5)
( J-Kozzi Asano )
( T-John Kiernan )
Very promising race to be beaten just a 1/2 length when resuming at Trentham in late January and will be much improved for the run. Extra distance more suitable
Main Danger
Horonuku
Dividend : $5.40, $1.90
Won
F: 65463B(7)W(58.5)
( J-Ryan Elliot )
( T-Trudy & Vaughan Keegan )
Beaten by a horse with a lot of potential at Matamata two back, and wasn't far away despite being checked. Finished fast at New Plymouth last time and win not far away
Next Best
Ella Kate
F: 44B(9)W(56.5)
( J-Temyia Taiaroa )
( T-Anne Harvey )
Promising run to finish behind Bridal Train four weeks ago. Scratched on Sunday in preference for this
Consider
Tivaci's Affair
Dividend : $1.60
Place
F: 5535B(4)W(56.0)
( J-Lisa Allpress )
( T-Kevin Gray )
Hasn't been getting the best of luck in running. Despite that, finished less than 1 1/2 lengths off the winner in a Stakes race at Whanganui so has to be considered on that
Longer Odds
Best "Roughie"
Just Ben
F: 22366B(6)W(58.5)
( J-Kate Hercock )
( T-Gary Vile )
Deserves the win - 14 seconds in 51 starts! If it gets away with them, could make things interesting
Betting Suggestions
Multi's
Boxed Tri's and FF's
1, 2, 5, 10, 16
RETURNS - $20 STAKE
Boxed Trifecta % Bet = 33%
Boxed First Four % Bet = 16%
Results
Race Dividends
Win 16 $ 5.40
Place1 16 $ 1.90
Place2 10 $ 1.60
Place3 6 $ 4.30
Quinella 10:16 $ 9.30
Trifecta 16:10:6 $ 250.80
First4 F4 16:10:6:2 $ 504.10
Double 1+ $ 7.10
Treble 4 $ 60.30
Quaddie 1+ $ 3101.70
Race 4 - NEW WORLD OTAKI 3YO MAIDEN
Time: 3:55 PM | Distance: 1400 m | Prize $ 25000
Top Pick
Mister Meaner
Dividend : $1.30
Place
F: 5550B(1)W(57.5)
( J-Tegan Newman )
( T-Sam Mynott )
Four starts and has been thereabouts without threatening. Down from the north and will find this easier, with not much depth in the field either. Rails draw
Main Danger
Platinumgeneration
F: NoneB(8)W(57.5)
( J-Joe Doyle )
( T-Lisa Latta )
On debut. Trialled and from a good stable and interesting to note the booking of Joe Doyle.
Next Best
Cherished Lady
F: 65347B(7)W(55.5)
( J-Lisa Allpress )
( T-Kevin Gray )
Brings the experience and best performances to date to the race and Lisa will ensure it gets every chance
Consider
Latest Model
Dividend : $3.30
Place
F: 7B(5)W(55.5)
( J-Lily Sutherland )
( T-Gary Vile )
Second run and will have come on for debut experience
Longer Odds
Gorgeous Grace
F: NoneB(4)W(55.5)
( J-Ulrika Holmquist )
( T-Mike Breslin )
On debut and has been brought along slowly in the trials
Betting Suggestions
Multi's
Boxed Tri's and FF's
1, 4, 6, 8, 10
RETURNS - $20 STAKE
Boxed Trifecta % Bet = 33%
Boxed First Four % Bet = 16%
Results
Race Dividends
Win 9 $ 22.90
Place1 9 $ 5.00
Place2 1 $ 1.30
Place3 10 $ 3.30
Quinella 1:9 $ 45.20
Trifecta 9:1:10 $ 675.00
First4 F4 9:1:10:12 $ 11526.60
Double 9 $ 133.10
Treble 9 $ 1476.70
Quaddie 1+ $ 3101.70
Race 5 - FARMLANDS OTAKI MAIDEN
Time: 4:27 PM | Distance: 1400 m | Prize $ 25000
Top Pick
Shockiff
F: 090X2B(6)W(56.5)
( J-Sarah O'Malley )
( T-Mark Oulaghan )
From a stable whose runners are going consistently well, this one ran a nice race when resuming. That came on the back of a winning trial so clearly it developed well over the spell
Main Danger
Grey Invador
F: 478XB(4)W(58.0)
( J-Kozzi Asano )
( T-Brendon McDermott )
Went OK in first campaign but was restricted by wide draws in all three. Will be better for the experience and expect to go well now resuming
Next Best
Lets All Boogie
Dividend :
Place
F: 90X2B(1)W(56.5)
( J-Kate Hercock )
( T-Bryce Newman )
Didn't show much in two runs last campaign so it was progress to finish second when resuming at Whanganui. Rails draw today
Consider
Andersons Bay
Dividend : $2.90
Place
F: NoneB(7)W(58.5)
( J-Jonathan Riddell )
( T-Harvey Wilson )
On debut. Has looked to have some ability at the trials and trainer is a great horseman
Longer Odds
Jestin Case
Dividend : $9.50, $3.50
Won
F: 4605XB(5)W(56.5)
( J-Chris Dell )
( T-Lisa Latta )
Trainer/rider had a winner on Sunday and may go well with this one
Betting Suggestions
Multi's
Boxed Tri's and FF's
2, 4, 8, 9, 10
RETURNS - $20 STAKE
Boxed Trifecta % Bet = 33%
Boxed First Four % Bet = 16%
Results
Race Dividends
Win 10 $ 9.50
Place1 10 $ 3.50
Place2 2 $ 2.90
Quinella 2:10 $ 25.50
Trifecta 10:2:8 $ 130.20
First4 F4 10:2:8:9 $ 619.50
Double 9 $ 133.10
Treble 9 $ 1476.70
Quaddie 1+ $ 3101.70
Race 6 - HARCOURTS OTAKI MAIDEN
Time: 4:59 PM | Distance: 1600 m | Prize $ 25000
Top Pick
Songwriter
F: NoneB(7)W(58.5)
( J-Joe Doyle )
( T-Fraser Auret )
On debut and, as usual, Fraser Auret will have it tuned up. Has won one of four trials
Main Danger
Perfect Posy
F: 37473B(3)W(56.5)
( J-Tony Allan )
( T-Tony Allan )
22 runs and yet to win but trainer has got it running better this campaign. Nice inside draw
Next Best
Sid's Mate
Dividend : $4.80, $2.00
Won
F: X7427B(4)W(58.5)
( J-Kate Hercock )
( T-Daniel Champion )
Just the one second in 5 starts yet quite short in the odds. A chance but think there's better chances for better returns
Consider
Platinum Cruiser
Dividend : $2.40
Place
F: 85483B(10)W(58.5)
( J-Jonathan Riddell )
( T-Lisa Latta )
Has taken a few runs to get into stride but showing a bit in last few starts
Longer Odds
Trainwreck
F: 0X595B(2)W(58.5)
( J-Kozzi Asano )
( T-Rochelle Lockett )
Former rider now putting skills to training and had a winner last week. This one looks to be heading in the right direction
Betting Suggestions
Quaddies
R6
(3) Songwriter
(9) Perfect Posy
(2) Sid's Mate
R7
(4) Loch In Ora
(6) Sequoia Star
(1) Field Of Gold
R8
(3) Bridal Train
(5) Erna
(6) Knickerless
R9
(5) Take On
(4) Sefton
(9) All In Blackberry
Quaddies % to a $20 stake:
Multi's
Boxed Tri's and FF's
1, 2, 3, 5, 9
RETURNS - $20 STAKE
Boxed Trifecta % Bet = 33%
Boxed First Four % Bet = 16%
Results
Race Dividends
Win 2 $ 4.80
Place1 2 $ 2.00
Place2 1 $ 2.40
Place3 8 $ 2.10
Quinella 1:2 $ 15.40
Trifecta 2:1:8 $ 189.10
First4 F4 2:1:8:3 $ 657.10
Double 2 $ 9.00
Treble 9 $ 1476.70
Quaddie 2 $ 147.50
Race 7 - VETS ON RIVERBANK HANDICAP
Time: 5:34 PM | Distance: 1600 m | Prize $ 25000
Top Pick
The 'Day's Best'
Loch In Ora
Dividend : $1.70, $1.50
Won
F: 4113B(7)W(55.0)
( J-Craig Grylls )
( T-Allan Sharrock )
We've expressed our opinion on here before that this 4yo mare looks likely to rise through the grades. Disappointed with last run but we like the booking of Craig Grylls today and think it can bounce back
Main Danger
Sequoia Star
Dividend :
Place
F: 92136B(3)W(54.0)
( J-Joe Doyle )
( T-John Bary )
Up to 1600m here and Joe Doyle is on the reins now. That improves its chances
Next Best
Field Of Gold
Dividend : $3.90
Place
F: 04X80B(1)W(62.0)
( J-Toni Davies )
( T-Bill Thurlow )
Won a trial in mid February and taken to Ellerslie where competition was too good. Back at this level, looks value for the EW investment, with rails draw to advantage
Consider
Chikira Lass
F: 36447B(2)W(55.5)
( J-Lisa Allpress )
( T-Lisa Latta )
Dropping back in distance but Lisa will give it a strong ride and definitely a place chance
Longer Odds
Mi Gracie
F: X9491B(6)W(54.5)
( J-Tegan Newman )
( T-Rochelle Lockett )
Good progress to win at Whanganui two weeks ago. Gets better with that run and third that day won last Sunday
Betting Suggestions
Multi's
Boxed Tri's and FF's
1, 2, 4, 5, 6
RETURNS - $20 STAKE
Boxed Trifecta % Bet = 33%
Boxed First Four % Bet = 16%
Results
Race Dividends
Win 4 $ 1.70
Place1 4 $ 1.50
Place2 1 $ 3.90
Quinella 1:4 $ 10.00
Trifecta 4:1:6 $ 53.30
First4 F4 4:1:6:8 $ 332.50
Double 2 $ 9.00
Treble 4+ $ 34.10
Quaddie 2 $ 147.50
Race 8 - ENTAIN - NZB INSURANCE PEARL SERIES RACE
Time: 6:09 PM | Distance: 1400 m | Prize $ 25000
Top Pick
Bridal Train
Dividend : $1.10
Place
F: 31B(2)W(58.5)
( J-Craig Grylls )
( T-Allan Sharrock )
Signalled it had potential on debut and then won as it liked against a reasonable field at Whanganui next time. Progressive and can go in again, with Craig Grylls riding so well
Main Danger
Erna
F: 6X8X2B(4)W(58.5)
( J-Temyia Taiaroa )
( T-Anne Harvey )
Despite missing the start at Whanganui last time, it came hard, fast and just missed over 1360m. Now better for the run, the odds are enticing
Next Best
Knickerless
F: 48815B(7)W(58.0)
( J-Leah Hemi )
( T-Lisa Latta )
Although disappointed last start, won with a bit in hand prior and so not dropping
Consider
Bow Street
Dividend : $10.10, $1.50
Won
F: 21X64B(8)W(58.5)
( J-Joe Doyle )
( T-Fraser Auret )
Third up and fitter. Joe Doyle has been handed the reins today
Longer Odds
Ruby Seeker
F: X3905B(6)W(55.5)
( J-Lily Sutherland )
( T-Chrissy Bambry )
Not a bad performance when taking them along from the front at Whanganui and one to follow
Betting Suggestions
Multi's
Boxed Tri's and FF's
3, 4, 5, 6, 12
RETURNS - $20 STAKE
Boxed Trifecta % Bet = 33%
Boxed First Four % Bet = 16%
Results
Race Dividends
Win 4 $ 10.10
Place1 4 $ 1.50
Place2 3 $ 1.10
Place3 10 $ 4.20
Quinella 3:4 $ 3.90
Trifecta 4:3:10 $ 146.60
First4 F4 4:3:10:9 $ 977.50
Double 4 $ 15.90
Treble 4+ $ 34.10
Quaddie 2 $ 147.50
Race 9 - THE TELE OTAKI HANDICAP
Time: 6:44 PM | Distance: 2200 m | Prize $ 25000
Top Pick
Best "Each Way"
Take On
F: 65435B(9)W(59.5)
( J-Ulrika Holmquist )
( T-Kevin Myers )
Astute trainer and looks like he's got this one near its peak. Finished well from long way back on home track four weeks ago and good apprentice is retained
Main Danger
Sefton
Dividend : $4.40, $2.10
Won
F: 85329B(8)W(59.5)
( J-Jonathan Riddell )
( T-John Bary )
Excusing last run when coming out of a wide draw at Taupo. Two runs prior were good
Next Best
All In Blackberry
F: 02546B(11)W(57.5)
( J-Lily Sutherland )
( T-Kevin Myers )
Trainer Kevin Myers 'second' string but its not unusual to see the less fancied one win. Might well happen here
Consider
Smart Attire
F: 68044B(4)W(58.0)
( J-Lisa Allpress )
( T-Geoff Haigh )
Despite not getting the best of runs last time at Whanganui, came strongly to be just over a length behind at the finish. Might just need this run
Longer Odds
Hungry
F: 60857B(1)W(57.0)
( J-Joe Doyle )
( T-Mike Breslin )
With stable producing the winners and Joe Doyle on the reins, looks like the one to look to for the odds
