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Race 1 - AUTO SUPER SHOPPE MATAMATA MAIDEN 1600
Time: 12:36 PM | Distance: 1600 m | Prize $ 17000
Top Pick
Best "Each Way"
1 Tikaani
Dividend : $1.80
Place
F: 02B(1)W(58.5)
( J-Masa Hashizume )
( T-Catherine Cameron )
Nearly caused a boilover here 5 weeks ago when just missed at 70/1! That was only its second start and first time at 1600m so this looks perfect for its next step. Rails draw
Main Danger
7 Lightning Dream
Dividend : $3.50, $1.40
Won
F: 442B(9)W(56.0)
( J-Warren Kennedy )
( T-Walker/Bergerson )
Home track and improving every race. Has been finishing well so the extra 200m should be to its liking, with Warren Kennedy up today. Wide draw the challenge
Next Best
9 Smiling Eyes
F: 5B(3)W(56.0)
( J-Vinnie Colgan )
( T-Ritchie/Murray )
Left its trial form behind when running very well on debut to finish close up, at odds of 53/1. Won't get those today with senior rider booked to steer it around
Consider
5 Kaimai Warrior
F: 84B(2)W(58.0)
( J-Jasmine Fawcett )
( T-Glenn Old )
Well supported on debut and then took benefit from that experience to be close up over this trip last time
Longer Odds
3 Icon
F: NoneB(5)W(58.5)
( J-Triston Moodley )
( T-T & M Carter )
On debut with good draw and capable claiming apprentice. Nice trial 10 days ago when winning by over 3 lengths
Betting Suggestions
Multi's
Boxed Tri's and FF's
1, 3, 5, 7, 9
RETURNS - $20 STAKE
Boxed Trifecta % Bet = 33%
Boxed First Four % Bet = 16%
Results
Race Dividends
Win 7 $ 3.50
Place1 7 $ 1.40
Place2 1 $ 1.80
Place3 8 $ 6.20
Quinella 1:7 $ 9.20
Trifecta 7:1:8 $ 290.10
First4 F4 7:1:8:9 $ 1203.00
Quaddie 7+ $ 2902.10
Race 2 - ENTAIN - NZB INSURANCE PEARL SERIES RACE MAIDEN
Time: 1:12 PM | Distance: 1400 m | Prize $ 17000
Top Pick
1 Tempest
F: 22433B(11)W(57.5)
( J-Wiremu Pinn )
( T-O'Sullivan/Scott )
5yo mare that has been six times runner up in its twelve races, and just needs the right run to break maidens. Scratched on the weekend when we had it as 'Top Pick' and, now with in form Wiremu Pinn up, we're sticking
Main Danger
12 Impressive Belle
F: NoneB(1)W(57.0)
( J-Joe Doyle )
( T-B & R Foote )
A Foote trained runner fresh up is always worthy of consideration. But with Joe Doyle down to ride from rails draw, it is of even more interest.
Next Best
8 The Sky Above
Dividend : $1.70
Place
F: 443B(4)W(57.0)
( J-Warren Kennedy )
( T-Walker/Bergerson )
Te Akau runner that progressed further when third here three weeks ago. Was 7 lengths away then and a place looks likely
Consider
3 Bellafranca
F: 9027B(3)W(57.5)
( J-Ace Lawson-Carroll )
( T-Annabelle Johnson )
Slow away and in the heavy last time, so better judged on close up second prior. Also get the 3kg claim and goes from an inside gate today
Longer Odds
9 Awhina
F: 860X5B(2)W(57.0)
( J-Ulrika Holmquist )
( T-Nicholas Bishara )
Good trainer has this one looking full of promise. Might have got close to winning on debut has it not been blocked for a run and will be fitter now
Betting Suggestions
Multi's
Boxed Tri's and FF's
1, 3, 8, 9, 12
RETURNS - $20 STAKE
Boxed Trifecta % Bet = 33%
Boxed First Four % Bet = 16%
Results
Race Dividends
Win 11 $ 21.10
Place1 11 $ 5.60
Place2 8 $ 1.70
Place3 2 $ 2.30
Quinella 8:11 $ 42.90
Trifecta 11:8:2 $ 1016.60
First4 F4 11:8:2:13 $ 2719.10
Double 11 $ 142.80
Treble 11 $ 1214.30
Quaddie 7+ $ 2902.10
Race 3 - J.P WILLS BLOODSTOCK MAIDEN 1400
Time: 1:47 PM | Distance: 1400 m | Prize $ 17000
Top Pick
9 Sorghaghtani
Dividend : $3.00, $1.40
Won
F: 3X22XB(5)W(56.5)
( J-Bridget Grylls )
( T-Richardson/Norvall )
Went close to winning one a few times in last campaign and this its first race since New Years Day. Will have matured through the spell and good stable will have it ready to run a big race
Main Danger
4 Baggio
F: 2B(4)W(58.0)
( J-Masa Hashizume )
( T-O'Sullivan/Scott )
Terrific debut to come from last to miss in a photo finish here in February. Been off the course since but has won a trial to prepare
Next Best
7 Clutha
F: NoneB(2)W(58.0)
( J-Joe Doyle )
( T-Kelly Van Dyk )
On debut. Won last of three trials by over three lengths and looked good in doing so. Good draw and Joe Doyle on the reins
Consider
13 Matakana Girl
F: 43845B(10)W(56.0)
( J-Warren Kennedy )
( T-Walker/Bergerson )
Warren Kennedy rides and does look a place chance, now that scratchings have improved its draw
Longer Odds
14 True Story
F: 49XB(6)W(56.0)
( J-Sam Spratt )
( T-Michael Rogers )
Resumes and likely to be better for the spell. Sam Spratt has her share of success with this trainer
Betting Suggestions
Multi's
Boxed Tri's and FF's
4, 7, 9, 13, 14
RETURNS - $20 STAKE
Boxed Trifecta % Bet = 33%
Boxed First Four % Bet = 16%
Results
Race Dividends
Win 9 $ 3.00
Place1 9 $ 1.40
Place2 16 $ 4.70
Place3 6 $ 1.90
Quinella 9:16 $ 27.80
Trifecta 9:16:6 $ 244.60
First4 F4 9:16:6:7 $ 1983.60
Double 11 $ 142.80
Treble 11 $ 1214.30
Quaddie 7+ $ 2902.10
Race 4 - ENTAIN - NZB INSURANCE PEARL SERIES RACE
Time: 2:22 PM | Distance: 1400 m | Prize $ 17000
Top Pick
The 'Day's Best'
3 Bridal Train
F: 3122B(10)W(59.5)
( J-Craig Grylls )
( T-Allan Sharrock )
Just the one win from four starts but was impressive the way it went up a gear and went clear at Whanganui that day. Might well have won either of the two times it was runner up and just needs to overcome the draw to be winning
Main Danger
4 Bellezor
Dividend : $10.30, $2.90
Won
F: 8X128B(4)W(59.0)
( J-Matthew Cameron )
( T-Paul Richards )
If anything is going to beat the favourite, this one will be it. Winner three back and very unlucky in subsequent run. Good draw and trained on the track
Next Best
1 Iffin Doubt Dance
F: 5505XB(6)W(60.0)
( J-Warren Kennedy )
( T-Lance Noble )
Capable mare resuming and has a good fresh up record
Consider
5 Hayate
F: 330X3B(13)W(59.0)
( J-Jessica Allen )
( T-Walker/Bergerson )
Te Akau runner on home track and gets apprentice claim. Third to a potentially very good galloper last time and would be rated higher but for drawing the outside
Longer Odds
10 Pax Mundi
F: 62916B(2)W(58.5)
( J-Triston Moodley )
( T-Tony Pike )
Likes to lead and gate two gives it that chance. Won only race here in January and better for recent run, when finishing close up
Apprentice jockey is having first day ride here and looks a good chance of success. Experienced 6yo mare and looks the best of the two Te Akau runners
Main Danger
11 Kai Moana
Dividend : $2.00
Place
F: 95356B(3)W(54.0)
( J-Matthew Cameron )
( T-Cody Cole )
Not a bad type with a good draw and this trainer/jockey partnership are in top form right now
Next Best
1 Merlotti
Dividend : $4.70, $1.70
Won
F: 2630XB(4)W(59.5)
( J-Warren Kennedy )
( T-Walker/Bergerson )
This 4yo gelding gives the local stable a strong hand in the race and Warren Kennedy is on the reins
Consider
7 Chantari Bay
F: 53638B(1)W(57.5)
( J-Tayla Mitchell )
( T-Bruce Manssen )
Interesting to see this front runner drop back from the 1600m. Has been running well and getting run down and if it leads from rails draw here, and gets a soft run, it might surprise
Longer Odds
2 Mi Amigo
F: 8068XB(6)W(59.5)
( J-Joe Doyle )
( T-Stephen Ralph )
Resuming with Joe Doyle up.
Betting Suggestions
Multi's
Boxed Tri's and FF's
1, 2, 5, 7, 11
RETURNS - $20 STAKE
Boxed Trifecta % Bet = 33%
Boxed First Four % Bet = 16%
Results
Race Dividends
Win 1 $ 4.70
Place1 1 $ 1.70
Place2 8 $ 3.10
Place3 11 $ 2.00
Quinella 1:8 $ 37.10
Trifecta 1:8:11 $ 338.20
First4 F4 1:8:11:10 $ 1621.00
Double 4 $ 40.30
Treble 1+ $ 97.30
Quaddie 4 $ 835.50
Race 6 - CHALLENGE MATAMATA 2000
Time: 3:34 PM | Distance: 2000 m | Prize $ 17000
Top Pick
2 Treaty Of Paris
Dividend : $2.70
Place
F: 26891B(12)W(61.0)
( J-Joe Doyle )
( T-Walker/Bergerson )
Not much to this field and, although it is yet to place on its home track, that win at Pukekohe last time is the best form for the race and it has to be our top selection. Additionally, Joe Doyle takes over and adds to chances
Main Danger
3 Devoted
F: 69249B(3)W(59.5)
( J-Vinnie Colgan )
( T-Walker/Bergerson )
Te Akau have a good 'second string' in this galloper and would have been closer last time had it got a clear run
Next Best
9 You Know
F: 75072B(14)W(57.0)
( J-Wiremu Pinn )
( T-Gavin Opie )
Only win and two of three places have come at middle distance. After finishing strongly over 1600m for second last start , this longer trip looks ideal. Gets back so wide draw may not be too much of a problem
Consider
4 Hula Beat
Dividend : $3.20, $1.60
Won
F: 25075B(2)W(59.5)
( J-Sam Weatherley )
( T-Stephen Marsh )
Very capable in the R65 class and sure to be in contention
Longer Odds
7 Hoard The Bourbon
F: 96960B(6)W(57.5)
( J-Warren Kennedy )
( T-Stephen Marsh )
Forget this Stephen Marsh runner's last6 run when clearly things weren't right. With warren Kennedy up, can bounce back
Betting Suggestions
Multi's
Boxed Tri's and FF's
2, 3, 4, 7, 9
RETURNS - $20 STAKE
Boxed Trifecta % Bet = 33%
Boxed First Four % Bet = 16%
Results
Race Dividends
Win 4 $ 3.20
Place1 4 $ 1.60
Place2 5 $ 8.10
Place3 2 $ 2.70
Quinella 4:5 $ 52.40
Trifecta 4:5:2 $ 665.20
First4 F4 4:5:2:16 $ 5221.20
Double 4+ $ 9.20
Treble 1+ $ 97.30
Quaddie 4 $ 835.50
Race 7 - RSA RED POPPY RACEDAY 26TH APRIL MAIDEN 2000
Time: 4:11 PM | Distance: 2000 m | Prize $ 17000
Top Pick
10 Deebee Bellfer
Dividend : $3.70, $1.70
Won
F: 84222B(5)W(56.5)
( J-Wiremu Pinn )
( T-Gavin Opie )
Beaten in photo finish here two back when stepped up to 2000m for the first time. Looks a strong chance now back at that distance and with Wiremu Pinn up and can get a deserved win
Main Danger
8 Perspective
Dividend : $3.10
Place
F: 99B(7)W(58.0)
( J-Sam Weatherley )
( T-D & B Weatherley )
Huge finishing run over 1600m at Pukekohe two weeks ago suggests this 2000m will be perfect. This is only its third career start and Sam rides for his family's stable this time
Next Best
7 Talentoso
F: 75L4B(1)W(58.0)
( J-Ryan Elliot )
( T-Shelley Hale )
Only the four starts and ran its best run to date last time over 1400m. Ryan Elliot sticks and if it handles the step up to 2000m, could well test them
Consider
13 Rozel
F: 43272B(13)W(56.0)
( J-Craig Grylls )
( T-Clinton Isdale )
Has been on the pace in its two runs over the middle distance and then run out of it. Craig Grylls rides, has wide draw, and fancy its chances if he uses a bit more restraint
Longer Odds
Best "Roughie"
2 Lebowski
F: X9094B(8)W(58.5)
( J-Masa Hashizume )
( T-John Bell )
Three times second from 9 starts shows the ability is there. We might see it more, now it tries the 2000m
