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A former Australian that looked excellent when winning a trial. The class edge over this field and one of the best bets of the day.
Main Danger
6 Oneira
F: 5X8X2B(7)W(54.5)
( J-Craig Grylls )
( T-Cody Cole )
A solid second placing when resuming and it has plenty of upside. Gets in with a light weight and it could threaten the favourite.
Next Best
1 Pokuru Gold
Dividend : $4.00, $1.80
Won
F: 4X313B(1)W(62.0)
( J-Hayley Hassman )
( T-Mark Walker & Sam Bergerson )
A winner at Ellerslie two back and getting back to this track doesn't hurt its chances. Big weight but it gets some relief with the 3kg claim.
Consider
2 Reward Smile
F: 280X5B(5)W(61.0)
( J-Rihaan Goyaram )
( T-Jenna Mahoney )
Solid enough when fifth fresh up and it gets 3kg off its back as well. Good enough to figure in the finish at each-way odds.
Longer Odds
8 Chateau Vallee
Dividend : $4.80
Place
F: 1100XB(6)W(54.0)
( J-Kelly Myers )
( T-Donna Coutts )
Good enough to win consecutive races at Ellerslie last prep. That bodes well, so it can't be overlooked.
Results
Race Dividends
Win 1 $ 4.00
Place1 1 $ 1.80
Place2 8 $ 4.80
Quinella 1:8 $ 28.80
Trifecta 1:8:4 $ 108.20
First4 1:8:4:2 $ 453.50
Race 2 - NETWORK VISUALS 1200
Time: 11:25 AM | Distance: 1200 m | Prize $ 40000
Top Pick
4 Ashoka
Dividend : $2.40
Place
F:B(2)W(56.0)
( J-Jasmine Fawcett )
( T-Tony Pike )
Good trial form entering this debut run and it could have a big impact. Specked at each-way odds, which is an excellent sign.
Main Danger
1 Pacific Breeze
Dividend : $1.50
Place
F: 418B(3)W(57.0)
( J-Kate Hercock )
( T-Steven Cole )
It has race day form on the board, albeit mixed form. A good winner two back, so having winning form puts it in the mix.
Next Best
8 Battle Tycoon
F:B(5)W(56.0)
( J-Michael McNab )
( T-Stephen Marsh )
In good hands for its debut run and it was a $500k purchase. Expectations are high, and it could show something positive on race day.
Consider
7 Savvysuper
F:B(4)W(56.0)
( J-Craig Grylls )
( T-Cody Cole )
It comes off a tidy trial win and it looks ready to go on debut. The progeny of Super Seth are firing, so it could continue the trend.
Longer Odds
5 Boombox
Dividend : $8.50, $2.20
Won
F: 5XB(7)W(56.0)
( J-Triston Moodley )
( T-Tony Pike )
Fifth at Ellerslie on debut before spelling. That came behind a nice type, so it shouldn't be too far away.
Results
Race Dividends
Win 5 $ 8.50
Place1 5 $ 2.20
Place2 4 $ 2.40
Place3 1 $ 1.50
Quinella 4:5 $ 27.00
Trifecta 5:4:1 $ 168.60
First4 5:4:1:6 $ 743.60
Double 1:5 $ 30.70
Race 3 - THANK YOU ATR PARTNERS MAIDEN 1200
Time: 12:01 PM | Distance: 1200 m | Prize $ 25000
Top Pick
2 Compulsory
F: 73222B(10)W(58.5)
( J-Vinnie Colgan )
( T-Tim & Margaret Carter )
Drawn wide but it's knocking on the door after three consecutive second placings. Deserves a win and we're happy to stick with it at the price.
Main Danger
6 Hakushu
F: 24X5B(5)W(58.5)
( J-Michael McNab )
( T-Stephen Marsh )
Not too far away from the prize so far throughout its career and it shouldn't take long to win a race. Well-backed throughout the week.
Next Best
5 Fleetwood
F: 945X2B(9)W(58.5)
( J-Hayley Hassman )
( T-Moira & Kieran Murdoch )
Much better when resuming for second at Ellerslie. Another runner with a wide draw but it could cross and sit on the pace.
Consider
3 Delz Abeel
F: X73X2B(14)W(58.5)
( J-Kelly Myers )
( T-Tony Pike )
Five starts for four placings, including one at Ellerslie last start. That's a solid form guide for this race, so it can't be overlooked.
Longer Odds
11 Moelle
Dividend : $4.70
Place
F: 2440XB(4)W(56.5)
( J-Ace Lawson-Carroll )
( T-Annabelle Johnson )
Dropping in weight helps and it could be the big improver in the race. Include at value odds.
Results
Race Dividends
Win 14 $ 12.50
Place1 14 $ 3.80
Place2 4 $ 2.50
Place3 11 $ 4.70
Quinella 4:14 $ 42.30
Trifecta 14:4:11 $ 1669.50
First4 14:4:11:6 $ 4253.00
Treble 1:5:14 $ 526.00
Race 4 - STELLA ARTOIS 1600
Time: 12:35 PM | Distance: 1600 m | Prize $ 25000
Top Pick
Best "Each Way"
16 Chur Nibble
F: 2242B(4)W(54.5)
( J-Elen Nicholas )
( T-Shaun Phelan )
Threatening to win a race after three second placings from four starts. Nothing wrong with that form and it gets all favours from the draw and weight.
Main Danger
13 Suavetta
F: 4X043B(16)W(56.0)
( J-Ace Lawson-Carroll )
( T-Shaun & Emma Clotworthy )
Improving with every run this prep, including a placing last start. Heading in the right direction and it won't take long to win another race.
Next Best
9 Ballistic Miss
F: 67318B(14)W(56.5)
( J-Michael McNab )
( T-Stephen Marsh )
Liked its win at Matamata two back and it could bounce back to winning form. It just needs a touch of luck from a wide barrier.
Consider
2 El Arish
Dividend : $6.70, $2.60
Won
F: 1X495B(10)W(58.5)
( J-Craig Grylls )
( T-Stephen Marsh )
Better for racing this prep and it could be time to show its best. Having the country's leading rider in the saddle helps, so don't leave out of picks.
Longer Odds
4 Hot Salsa
F: 53104B(3)W(58.5)
( J-Gareth Lahoud )
( T-John Bell )
Not always the most consistent type going around but good enough to cause an upset at nice odds.
Results
Race Dividends
Win 2 $ 6.70
Place1 2 $ 2.60
Place2 15 $ 4.90
Place3 3 $ 3.50
Quinella 2:15 $ 67.40
Trifecta 2:15:3 $ 820.40
First4 2:15:3:5 $ 11539.30
Double 14:2 $ 68.40
Race 5 - HORIZON BY SKYCITY 2100
Time: 1:17 PM | Distance: 2100 m | Prize $ 40000
Top Pick
3 War Of Succession
Dividend : $3.50, $1.60
Won
F: 10X91B(2)W(59.5)
( J-Hayley Hassman )
( T-Mark Walker & Sam Bergerson )
An impressive winner last start and we thought it would be favourite for this race. Drawn well with a 3kg claim, so it can handle this grade.
Main Danger
2 The Precursor
Dividend : $1.60
Place
F: 221X2B(8)W(59.5)
( J-Craig Grylls )
( T-Shaun and Hazel Fannin )
Always around the mark and it has attracted plenty of betting attention. Shortening odds, so it should be right around the mark again.
Next Best
1 Cyber Patch
F: 0X220B(9)W(59.5)
( J-Michael McNab )
( T-Catherine Cameron )
Another runner over the odds in this race. Kicked off this prep with two good second placings, and anything close is good form.
Consider
8 No Plan Be
F: 43283B(11)W(57.0)
( J-Triston Moodley )
( T-Michelle Bradley )
Taking its time to win another race, but it's not for a lack of trying. Always around the mark with placings, so it deserves another chance.
Longer Odds
7 Muscovado
F: 190X8B(3)W(57.5)
( J-Gareth Lahoud )
( T-John Bell )
Better for its fresh up run and getting 4kg claimer in the saddle doesn't hurt its chances.
Results
Race Dividends
Win 3 $ 3.50
Place1 3 $ 1.60
Place2 2 $ 1.60
Place3 10 $ 3.40
Quinella 2:3 $ 4.60
Trifecta 3:2:10 $ 82.10
First4 3:2:10:7 $ 1521.10
Race 6 - TRACKSIDE.CO.NZ 2100
Time: 1:50 PM | Distance: 2100 m | Prize $ 45000
Top Pick
3 Outback Opal
F: 34304B(3)W(57.0)
( J-Warren Kennedy )
( T-Mark Brosnan )
Very genuine mare ans consistently thereabouts. Went well under the urgings of Warren Kennedy two weeks ago and he sticks
Main Danger
9 Ata Rangi
F: 267X1B(7)W(54.0)
( J-Hayley Hassman )
( T-John Bell )
Got home under a well judged ride by this star apprentice last time, and it still seems to be improving
Next Best
2 Khan Hunter
Dividend : $2.10
Place
F: 04542B(1)W(59.5)
( J-Maria Sanson )
( T-Antony Fuller )
Can't fault its recent form and just got caught last time. Likes to run off the pace and gets every chance today from rails draw
Consider
1 Fly My Wey
F: 32238B(10)W(60.0)
( J-Jasmine Fawcett )
( T-Mark Brosnan )
Thought it was most of the most progressive stayers around until it disappointed last time. But think it still is and putting that run down to the wide draw. Might bounce back
Longer Odds
8 Roederer
Dividend : $2.70
Place
F: 15053B(9)W(54.5)
( J-Yuga Okubo )
( T-Tony Pike )
Tony Pike runner with ability and we might see an improved performance with it stepping up to 2100m
Results
Race Dividends
Win 10 $ 3.90
Place1 10 $ 1.80
Place2 2 $ 2.10
Place3 8 $ 2.70
Quinella 2:10 $ 10.70
Trifecta 10:2:8 $ 99.70
First4 10:2:8:5 $ 1684.30
Double 3:10 $ 20.70
Treble 2:3:10 $ 182.40
Race 7 - SISTEMA 1400
Time: 2:32 PM | Distance: 1400 m | Prize $ 40000
Top Pick
6 Acapelago
Dividend : $1.50
Place
F: 9X231B(3)W(56.0)
( J-Kelly Myers )
( T-Simon & Katrina Alexander )
Quality 3yo that is at peak fitness after three runs back. Heavy track found it out two back but put things right with a stylish win at Te Rapa and can go on with it
Main Danger
7 Britannia Gold
F: 81673B(9)W(56.0)
( J-Triston Moodley )
( T-Graham Richardson & Rogan Norvall )
Close up in all recent runs and will be winning some good races soon. But from gate 10 today, we think it will need to be extra good to be winning
Next Best
8 Thooza
F: 139X4B(2)W(56.0)
( J-Warren Kennedy )
( T-Tony Pike )
Tony Pike will have been encouraged with this one's return to the track. Improver
Consider
2 Dupont
F: 8X491B(8)W(58.0)
( J-Lynsey Satherley )
( T-Jenna Mahoney )
Progressed to win a R65b last time but its races prior, in better company, showed it can foot it in the higher grades
Longer Odds
4 Sacred Zed
F: 4519B(5)W(57.0)
( J-Hayley Hassman )
( T-Nicholas Bishara )
Trainer spoke highly of this one's prospects after it won two back. Disappointed last time but worth an interest
Results
Race Dividends
Win 13 $ 17.20
Place1 13 $ 4.20
Place2 6 $ 1.50
Place3 5 $ 8.70
Quinella 6:13 $ 26.10
Trifecta 13:6:5 $ 2175.00
First4 13:6:5:9 $ 7913.90
Race 8 - YOURRIDE 1200
Time: 3:08 PM | Distance: 1200 m | Prize $ 40000
Top Pick
4 Fantastic Smile
F: LX1B(10)W(59.0)
( J-Kelly Myers )
( T-Jenna Mahoney )
Won all three trials between its debut run last October and its return to race day 3 weeks ago, where it won well with a bit in hand. Expect it to be rising through the grades
Main Danger
1 After Match
F: 7X08XB(2)W(60.0)
( J-Vinnie Colgan )
( T-Ben & Ryan Foote )
Australian import that could well win this. Twice a winner over there from its 8 starts, it has had two trials to prepare for its NZ debut
Next Best
2 Chicago Jack
F: 63372B(8)W(60.0)
( J-Craig Grylls )
( T-Steven Cole )
Good run for second last start and surprised it is still a maiden. Interested to see the country's top jockey in the saddle, given he rode Part Time Lover last start
Consider
7 Part Time Lover
Dividend : $1.90
Place
F: 43X63B(12)W(57.0)
( J-Michael McNab )
( T-Cody Cole )
Just missed two weeks ago and Michael McNab now rides. Might win but think the odds are a bit short on the back of drawing gate 13
Longer Odds
12 Pipi Road
F: 593X5B(3)W(56.0)
( J-Lynsey Satherley )
( T-Shaun & Emma Clotworthy )
Australian import that made a good fist of its NZ debut when beaten less than 1 1/2 lengths here two weeks ago
Results
Race Dividends
Win 6 $ 10.50
Place1 6 $ 3.40
Place2 7 $ 1.90
Place3 3 $ 2.50
Quinella 6:7 $ 27.30
Trifecta 6:7:3 $ 352.30
First4 6:7:3:1 $ 1990.50
Double 13:6 $ 120.70
Race 9 - EVERGREEN BLOODSTOCK 1400
Time: 3:42 PM | Distance: 1400 m | Prize $ 45000
Top Pick
4 Sterling Express
F: 18X11B(5)W(56.0)
( J-Warren Kennedy )
( T-Mark Brosnan )
Looked a good future prospect as a 3yo when taking its winning score to four but didn't really expect it to win both its starts in a new campaign. Clearly it's smart and, although not winning by much, it can add another here but wide draw the concern
Main Danger
6 Bourbon Empress
F: 210X6B(2)W(54.0)
( J-Rihaan Goyaram )
( T-Stephen Marsh )
A winner of 4 from 12 starts, that was a lovely run behind Sterling Express, beaten less than 3 lengths, and will be improved
Next Best
1 Spencer
F: 410X1B(12)W(62.0)
( J-Liam Kauri )
( T-Erin Hocquard )
Whanganui galloper that won fresh up at Trentham, and is now at Ellerslie despite a meeting at Trentham again today. You've got to trust the trainer's judgment in coming here
Consider
5 Little Bit Of Love
F: 55185B(7)W(54.5)
( J-Craig Grylls )
( T-Lance O'Sullivan & Andrew Scott )
A genuine Open handicapper and Craig Grylls has been handed the reins today
Longer Odds
7 Grande Gallo
Dividend : $4.80
Place
F: 81338B(9)W(54.0)
( J-Vinnie Colgan )
( T-Lance O'Sullivan & Andrew Scott )
When this one won four back, we thought there were more instore. Not so but signs better last time
Results
Race Dividends
Win 10 $ 12.30
Place1 10 $ 3.20
Place2 7 $ 4.80
Place3 2 $ 2.70
Quinella 7:10 $ 107.40
Trifecta 10:7:2 $ 1648.90
First4 10:7:2:8 $ 15188.90
Race 10 - THANKS FOR YOUR SERVICE ROSS COLES 1600
Time: 4:18 PM | Distance: 1600 m | Prize $ 40000
Top Pick
10 Peerless
Dividend : $3.70, $1.90
Won
F: 51474B(1)W(59.0)
( J-Craig Grylls )
( T-Lance O'Sullivan & Andrew Scott )
Not far behind She's a Dealer two back and that one's in the Queensland Oaks today. Has been in Stakes races since its maiden win over distance and now back to its grade, can get back into the winners circle. Rails draw and Craig Grylls up
Main Danger
1 Arjay's Flight
F: 79X53B(4)W(60.0)
( J-Elen Nicholas )
( T-Shaun Phelan )
Good performing 6yo and both runs this campaign have been progressive
Next Best
15 Hero Of War
F: 1B(12)W(57.0)
( J-Warren Kennedy )
( T-Barbara Kennedy )
If the early money is anything to go by, then it might win. Backed down from 14's this week after looking smart when winning on debut. Wide draw to contend with
Consider
6 Awatere
F: 41X42B(15)W(59.5)
( J-Michael McNab )
( T-Tony Pike )
Soundly beaten by the promising Sense Of Timing last time but it was an improved run and should be considered for today's race
Longer Odds
Best "Roughie"
18 Super Fly
F: 323X1B(11)W(57.0)
( J-Kelly Myers )
( T-Conor and Sarah Fahy )
Matured well over four month spell to win a trial and go on to win comfortably fresh up. That was only its 6th career run so upside there