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Race 1 - ENTAIN - NZB INSURANCE PEARL SERIES RACE MAIDEN
Time: 12:26 PM | Distance: 1600 m | Prize $ 18500
Top Pick
1 Zoom
F: 66382B(2)W(57.5)
( J-Jasmine Fawcett )
( T-John Blackadder )
Led and put up a good gallop into second last time. Looks nicely placed to go one better
Main Danger
11 Tranquila
Dividend : $3.10, $1.40
Won
F: 7524B(1)W(57.0)
( J-Warren Kennedy )
( T-Walker/Bergerson )
Very good two back then the effects of a wide draw last time cost her a closer placing. Has the ace draw today
Next Best
10 Bellutta
F: 7X692B(11)W(57.0)
( J-Roopesh Jaun )
( T-Mike McCann )
I was impressed with her finish last start and a repeat sees her getting some of this
Consider
12 Lone Spirit
F: 50683B(5)W(57.0)
( J-Joe Doyle )
( T-Andrew Carston )
She got a soft run but was good in third last time. Well drawn today suits and worth including
Longer Odds
4 Sacred Dior
F: 2644B(8)W(57.5)
( J-Tanya Jonker )
( T-S & M Smith )
Freshened since her run at Kūmara. The market mover who has ability to break maidens
Betting Suggestions
Multi's
Boxed Tri's and FF's
1, 4, 10, 11, 12
RETURNS - $20 STAKE
Boxed Trifecta % Bet = 33%
Boxed First Four % Bet = 16%
Results
Race Dividends
Win 11 $ 3.10
Place1 11 $ 1.40
Place2 5 $ 5.80
Place3 3 $ 6.10
Quinella 5:11 $ 43.00
Trifecta 11:5:3 $ 1012.10
First4 F4 11:5:3:15 $ 2890.10
Treble 11+ $ 83.80
Race 2 - TEAM ASHBURTON THANK YOU MAIDEN
Time: 1:00 PM | Distance: 1200 m | Prize $ 18500
Top Pick
5 Inspiration
F: NoneB(9)W(58.0)
( J-Joe Doyle )
( T-M & M Pitman )
He has won both trials in very good order suggesting he can win on debut
Main Danger
11 Hot Coco
Dividend : $3.00, $1.40
Won
F: X2320B(4)W(56.0)
( J-Kylie Williams )
( T-Wigley/Milnes )
Out of a Listed race where she was full of excuses. Back to maidens and 1200 suits. Main danger
Next Best
6 Hivari
F: 7B(8)W(58.0)
( J-Tanya Jonker )
( T-Meg Cunneen )
A trial winner who ran on well when getting back in running. Sat handy at trials so the ring craft from his debut may see him handier and a better chance here
Consider
8 Toblerone
F: X4386B(5)W(56.5)
( J-Tina Comignaghi )
( T-Danny Crozier )
Tina on board for her southern debut. Sits on speed and has handy enough northern maiden form to present a chance here
Longer Odds
4 Yak Sha
Dividend : $4.00
Place
F: 89074B(2)W(58.0)
( J-Krishna Mudhoo )
( T-Stephen Marsh )
At longer odds his last start for fourth was ok
Betting Suggestions
Multi's
Boxed Tri's and FF's
4, 5, 6, 8, 11
RETURNS - $20 STAKE
Boxed Trifecta % Bet = 33%
Boxed First Four % Bet = 16%
Results
Race Dividends
Win 11 $ 3.00
Place1 11 $ 1.40
Place2 1 $ 2.00
Place3 4 $ 4.00
Quinella 1:11 $ 9.30
Trifecta 11:1:4 $ 154.40
First4 F4 11:1:4:3 $ 2439.90
Double 11+ $ 15.70
Treble 11+ $ 83.80
Quaddie 11+ $ 197.00
Race 3 - AGRAFORUM GROWING INNOVATION MAIDEN
Time: 1:40 PM | Distance: 1200 m | Prize $ 18500
Top Pick
8 Thee Auld Minx
F: 65644B(1)W(56.5)
( J-Terry Moseley )
( T-Stephen Marsh )
Only concern is she was late scratched at the barriers at her last outing. Her recent runs have been solid and looks suited in a weak maiden field
Main Danger
1 Gravity
Dividend : $7.80, $2.20
Won
F: 43069B(8)W(58.5)
( J-Kylie Williams )
( T-M & M Pitman )
Suited back to 1200m some of his recent runs have been fair enough for this
Next Best
6 Eshay
F: 745X9B(4)W(56.5)
( J-Tanya Jonker )
( T-Jackie Burrows )
She will likely need further but has talent and will be fitter for her fresh up run
Consider
11 Infernape
Dividend : $2.70
Place
F: 67B(3)W(56.0)
( J-Jasmine Fawcett )
( T-Danny Crozier )
Trial winner who was good in debut run before Xmas
Longer Odds
10 Dayzee Dior
F: 09090B(11)W(56.5)
( J-Corey Campbell )
( T-S & M Smith )
Better than recent form and can figure at big odds
Betting Suggestions
Multi's
Boxed Tri's and FF's
1, 6, 8, 10, 11
RETURNS - $20 STAKE
Boxed Trifecta % Bet = 33%
Boxed First Four % Bet = 16%
Results
Race Dividends
Win 1 $ 7.80
Place1 1 $ 2.20
Place2 7 $ 5.30
Place3 11 $ 2.70
Quinella 1:7 $ 63.00
Trifecta 1:7:11 $ 658.10
First4 F4 1:7:11:9 $ 2952.90
Double 11+ $ 15.70
Treble 11+ $ 83.80
Quaddie 11+ $ 197.00
Race 4 - HYGAIN MAIDEN STAYERS
Time: 2:15 PM | Distance: 2200 m | Prize $ 18500
Top Pick
1 Litigator
Dividend : $3.90, $1.50
Won
F: 37425B(4)W(58.5)
( J-Tina Comignaghi )
( T-Ross Beckett )
He just missed on winning two back then was caught wide last start. Well drawn today and looks a winning hope
Main Danger
2 Mister Goldie
Dividend : $2.30
Place
F: 07602B(2)W(58.5)
( J-Samantha Wynne )
( T-Kennedy/Furlong )
Best run in his career came last start when second at Riccarton and it was a good performance too
Next Best
5 Can't Kach Me
Dividend : $1.40
Place
F: 85733B(7)W(56.5)
( J-Warren Kennedy )
( T-Walker/Bergerson )
She has been consistent enough over ground to run another honest race today
Consider
9 Ligar Lass
F: X7X77B(10)W(56.0)
( J-Corey Campbell )
( T-Meg Cunneen )
Both runs over the mile have been good without many favours. Extra ground suits and a must include in multiples
Longer Odds
4 Reggie Ruler
F: X3009B(9)W(58.5)
( J-Yogesh Atchamah )
( T-Andrew Carston )
Kevin Myers started with this runner and I feel he always thought he was capable of a maiden win
Betting Suggestions
Multi's
Boxed Tri's and FF's
1, 2, 4, 5, 9
RETURNS - $20 STAKE
Boxed Trifecta % Bet = 33%
Boxed First Four % Bet = 16%
Results
Race Dividends
Win 1 $ 3.90
Place1 1 $ 1.50
Place2 5 $ 1.40
Place3 2 $ 2.30
Quinella 1:5 $ 4.50
Trifecta 1:5:2 $ 33.40
First4 F4 1:5:2:10 $ 867.50
Double 1 $ 4.70
Treble 1 $ 110.60
Quaddie 11+ $ 197.00
Race 5 - BETTY WADLEY MEMORIAL
Time: 2:50 PM | Distance: 2200 m | Prize $ 18500
Top Pick
1 Ladyswey
Dividend : $2.60, $1.80
Won
F: 86493B(5)W(59.0)
( J-Terry Moseley )
( T-Mark Jones )
Ran on very well at her first start over 2000m. Steps up in trip which is a slight concern but has won here twice from 4 goes. Looks a good winning chance
Main Danger
4 Devil In Disguise
Dividend : $2.60
Place
F: 60X74B(3)W(58.0)
( J-Ashvin Goindasamy )
( T-Lance Robinson )
Did well last time in the same race as our top pick for fourth and now peaking third up rates as the main danger
Next Best
2 Bad Flamingo
Dividend :
Place
F: 53706B(2)W(59.0)
( J-Warren Kennedy )
( T-Andrew Carston )
Made tidy ground last time and looks well suited in this small field. Capable of being the pace maker if needed
Consider
3 Da Vinci Girl
F: 63065B(7)W(58.0)
( J-Kylie Williams )
( T-M & M Pitman )
Going consistently nice races recently. Worth including
Longer Odds
6 My Degree
F: 08000B(4)W(56.5)
( J-Tina Comignaghi )
( T-Parsons/Ramhit )
Form looks shocking but I wouldn’t let a Tina ride who was a winner at the latest NZ Cup Carnival go round at $18 today
Betting Suggestions
Multi's
Boxed Tri's and FF's
1, 2, 3, 4, 6
RETURNS - $20 STAKE
Boxed Trifecta % Bet = 33%
Boxed First Four % Bet = 16%
Results
Race Dividends
Win 1 $ 2.60
Place1 1 $ 1.80
Place2 4 $ 2.60
Quinella 1:4 $ 5.90
Trifecta 1:4:2 $ 31.30
First4 F4 1:4:2:7 $ 145.30
Double 1 $ 4.70
Treble 1 $ 110.60
Quaddie 11+ $ 197.00
Race 6 - ECOLAB
Time: 3:25 PM | Distance: 1200 m | Prize $ 18500
Top Pick
12 Perfect Moment
F: 45743B(5)W(56.5)
( J-Kendra Bakker )
( T-Kezia Murphy )
You'd have to rate the first and second that beat it last time, if they lined up in this. plus good apprentice with 4kg claim. So goes in as Top pick
Main Danger
5 Tadita
Dividend : $8.20, $2.70
Won
F: 8X527B(7)W(58.0)
( J-Lemmy Douglas )
( T-Steven Woodsford )
Capable and in behind Cockahoop last time, and that one franked the form with a comfortable win lat Sunday
Next Best
9 French Rose
F: 520X6B(3)W(57.0)
( J-Warren Kennedy )
( T-Walker/Bergerson )
Te Akau runner with Warren Kennedy is worth a close look. Improves for last run in January
Consider
4 Vindicator
F: 17X9XB(9)W(58.5)
( J-Kylie Williams )
( T-Tracey Hickey )
Resumes after 6 month spell and looked good at stages in earlier campaign. Kylie Williams in the saddle is a plus
Longer Odds
7 Fettercairn
F: 0588XB(1)W(57.5)
( J-Abdul Najib )
( T-Samantha Wynne )
Resuming and has won fresh up before. Nice gate
Betting Suggestions
Quaddies
R6
(12) Perfect Moment
(5) Tadita
(9) French Rose
R7
(2) Emanon
(7) Third Decree
(4) Millefiori
R8
(7) Spot On Time
(6) Royal Valour
(8) Namibia Miss
R9
(6) The Arctic Blast
(8) Kindling Spark
Quaddies % to a $20 stake:
Multi's
Boxed Tri's and FF's
4, 5, 7, 9, 12
RETURNS - $20 STAKE
Boxed Trifecta % Bet = 33%
Boxed First Four % Bet = 16%
Results
Race Dividends
Win 5 $ 8.20
Place1 5 $ 2.70
Place2 17 $ 4.00
Place3 6 $ 3.90
Quinella 5:17 $ 54.70
Trifecta 5:17:6 $ 1141.20
First4 F4 5:17:6:12 $ 2733.90
Double 5 $ 35.10
Treble 1 $ 110.60
Quaddie 5 $ 582.70
Race 7 - AGRAFORUM COMCAT
Time: 4:04 PM | Distance: 1200 m | Prize $ 25000
Top Pick
2 Emanon
Dividend : $1.70
Place
F: 22313B(7)W(59.0)
( J-Abdul Najib )
( T-Lionel Dobbs )
Ever so honest and consistently thereabouts. Gets 3kg claim again and hard to beat
Main Danger
7 Third Decree
Dividend : $4.20, $1.60
Won
F: 26661B(10)W(54.0)
( J-Kylie Williams )
( T-M & M Pitman )
Pitman mare that now has won five of its 12 starts . Runs well fresh and noted Kylie Williams is on the reins today
Next Best
4 Millefiori
Dividend : $1.40
Place
F: 28482B(9)W(56.5)
( J-Warren Kennedy )
( T-Walker/Bergerson )
Second to Emanon last start when cutting into lead. With warren Kennedy up, a win wouldn't surprise
Consider
6 Rockland
F: 03772B(6)W(54.0)
( J-Lisa Allpress )
( T-Terri Rae )
Lisa rides for Terri Rae and that's often been a winning combination. Really can't be left out of the reckoning today
Longer Odds
Best "Roughie"
1 The Buffer
F: 28345B(5)W(60.0)
( J-Corey Campbell )
( T-Rae/Williams )
Not far off Perfect Scenario and co in a WFA in early February. Could surprise them, having been freshened
Betting Suggestions
Multi's
Boxed Tri's and FF's
1, 2, 4, 6, 7
RETURNS - $20 STAKE
Boxed Trifecta % Bet = 33%
Boxed First Four % Bet = 16%
Results
Race Dividends
Win 7 $ 4.20
Place1 7 $ 1.60
Place2 2 $ 1.70
Place3 4 $ 1.40
Quinella 2:7 $ 11.20
Trifecta 7:2:4 $ 54.70
First4 F4 7:2:4:9 $ 493.00
Double 5 $ 35.10
Treble 7 $ 91.30
Quaddie 5 $ 582.70
Race 8 - GOOD LUCK TEAM BARNESWOOD FARM
Time: 4:42 PM | Distance: 1400 m | Prize $ 18500
Top Pick
The 'Day's Best'
7 Spot On Time
Dividend : $1.40
Place
F: 6211B(4)W(58.0)
( J-Kylie Williams )
( T-Terri Rae )
We said last time it started that it was a galloper that would be rising through the ranks and it ran accordingly. Lombardi was third and won last week to frank the form as well
Main Danger
6 Royal Valour
Dividend : $3.30, $1.50
Won
F: 217X1B(7)W(58.0)
( J-Lisa Allpress )
( T-B & R Wilson )
Came off a winning trial to put up a massive performance when wining at Riccarton three weeks ago. Lisa Allpress now takes over and has to be a big chance to go back to back
Next Best
8 Namibia Miss
Dividend : $2.10
Place
F: 66245B(2)W(56.5)
( J-Joe Doyle )
( T-Andrew Carston )
Wonderful record and was beaten just 1 1/2 lengths in the big race at Wingatui two weeks ago. Joe Doyle has now been handed the reins
Consider
5 Red Vienna
F: 72X61B(2)W(58.0)
( J-Corey Campbell )
( T-Ryan Thistoll )
Nice win second up and clearly owns a lot of ability. That was 1200m and not sure it goes that well at 1400
Longer Odds
10 Darci's Queen
F: 01895B(1)W(56.0)
( J-Kin Kwo )
( T-Pam Robson )
Finished on well against a strong field at Wingatui two weeks ago and favoured with the rails draw today
Betting Suggestions
Multi's
Boxed Tri's and FF's
5, 6, 7, 8, 10
RETURNS - $20 STAKE
Boxed Trifecta % Bet = 33%
Boxed First Four % Bet = 16%
Results
Race Dividends
Win 6 $ 3.30
Place1 6 $ 1.50
Place2 7 $ 1.40
Place3 8 $ 2.10
Quinella 6:7 $ 4.10
Trifecta 6:7:8 $ 29.00
First4 F4 6:7:8:9 $ 92.00
Double 6 $ 18.00
Treble 7 $ 91.30
Quaddie 5 $ 582.70
Race 9 - FARM SOURCE
Time: 5:20 PM | Distance: 1600 m | Prize $ 18500
Top Pick
Best "Each Way"
6 The Arctic Blast
F: 40294B(9)W(57.5)
( J-Warren Kennedy )
( T-Andrew Carston )
Our Top Pick last week and would have won had it got into its stride earlier. warren Kennedy sticks and so are we
Main Danger
8 Kindling Spark
Dividend : $4.00, $1.90
Won
F: 3451B(1)W(57.0)
( J-Lisa Allpress )
( T-Terri Rae )
Huge performance when breaking maidens in February, having stepped up to 1600m for the first time. And now Lisa rides, from inside gate. Hard to beat
Next Best
4 Tomyturbo
F: X6095B(8)W(58.0)
( J-Kavish Chowdhoory )
( T-M & M Pitman )
Pitman runner that was just 2 1/2 lengths away at Wingatui two weeks ago, despite being slow away
Consider
3 Onceaconner
F: 80778B(2)W(58.0)
( J-Kendra Bakker )
( T-Emma Wyatt )
Very unlucky two weeks ago, when checked out of it. was going OK too and can bounce back