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Race 1 - WAIKATO/BOP OWNERS ASSOCIATION MAIDEN HURDLE
Time: 11:14 AM | Distance: 2800 m | Prize $ 20000
Top Pick
Best "Each Way"
7 Sonofabutcher
F: 41989B(3)W(69.0)
( J-Hamish McNeill )
( T-Peter Lock )
Capable flat performer making jumping debut. Will be well prepared and was an impressive winner of a hurdle trial to prepare
Main Danger
2 Sir Maverick
Dividend : $1.80
Place
F: 5X302B(5)W(69.0)
( J-Lemmy Douglas )
( T-John Wheeler )
Just outmuscled when resuming over hurdles 3 weeks, losing out in a tight finish and will be a lot fitter today
Next Best
11 Hayate
F: 24420B(7)W(67.0)
( J-Jay Kozaczek )
( T-Mark Walker & Sam Bergerson )
Te Kau runner that looks to convert a good flat race CV to the jumps game. Has won a trial to prepare
Consider
8 Squire
Dividend : $8.20, $2.50
Won
F: 50006B(4)W(69.0)
( J-Joshua Parker )
( T-Peter & Jessica Brosnan )
Also on hurdles debut and could be the surprise here
Longer Odds
5 Doctor Iris
F: 0X09FB(1)W(69.0)
( J-Kylan Wiles )
( T-Dean Wiles )
There looks to be value in this one as it won two hurdle trials before falling on debut ... noted it was only paying $5 then
Results
Race Dividends
Win 8 $ 8.20
Place1 8 $ 2.50
Place2 1 $ 2.90
Place3 2 $ 1.80
Quinella 1:8 $ 38.90
Trifecta 8:1:2 $ 352.40
First4 8:1:2:11 $ 3929.20
Race 2 - FAIRVIEW MOTORS WAIKATO HURDLE
Time: 11:46 AM | Distance: 3200 m | Prize $ 60000
Top Pick
6 Dictation
Dividend : $4.30, $1.70
Won
F: 0X463B(6)W(66.0)
( J-Mathew Gillies )
( T-Paul Nelson & Corrina McDougal )
Great jumping stable and only fitness beat it behind Taika last time, after it looked likely early in the straight
Main Danger
5 Verry Flash
Dividend : $1.60
Place
F: X5612B(4)W(66.5)
( J-Dean Parker )
( T-Kevin Myers )
Prolific winner over the years and, although a 10yo now, is clearly in good heart. Should like the extra 700m today
Next Best
1 Taika
F: 13X41B(10)W(71.5)
( J-Jay Kozaczek )
( T-Paul Nelson & Corrina McDougal )
Gives this stable a strong hand in the race, given they also run Dictation. Won't be much between them again
Consider
9 Never Look Back
F: 1219PB(5)W(66.0)
( J-Portia Matthews )
( T-Gail Temperton )
So impressive in hurdles debut that has to go in. Clearly didn't like the conditions on a tough track at Trentham last time
Longer Odds
2 Lord Spencer
F: X3305B(3)W(71.0)
( J-Lemmy Douglas )
( T-J J Rayner )
Wasn't too far off them in first hurdle race for the season last time
Results
Race Dividends
Win 6 $ 4.30
Place1 6 $ 1.70
Place2 5 $ 1.60
Place3 3 $ 4.00
Quinella 5:6 $ 8.60
Trifecta 6:5:3 $ 166.30
First4 6:5:3:7 $ 945.30
Double 8:6 $ 63.30
Race 3 - BAYLEYS COUNTRY SPRINT
Time: 12:18 PM | Distance: 1200 m | Prize $ 40000
Top Pick
3 Twain
Dividend : $1.30, $1.30
Won
F: 114X1B(1)W(56.0)
( J-Triston Moodley )
( T-John Bell )
Very talented 4yo and did as expected when winning well 11 days ago. Be surprised if it doesn't go back to back today
Main Danger
2 Gospodin
Dividend : $2.70
Place
F: 588X4B(4)W(58.5)
( J-Rihaan Goyaram )
( T-Jim Pender )
Seen finishing over them when 2 1/2 lengths behind Shoes last start and extra 100m will suit better
Next Best
6 Shoes
Dividend :
Place
F: 49722B(5)W(54.0)
( J-Joe Nishizuka )
( T-Pam Gerard )
Likely to make the pace again today. Noted trainer has gone for 3kg claiming apprentice
Consider
4 Caitlyns Wish
F: 86X85B(6)W(55.0)
( J-Maria Sanson )
( T-Stephen Autridge )
Third up this campaign so fitness shouldn't be an issue. Was 9 lengths behind Twain last time so placing its best chance
Longer Odds
1 Mercurial
F: 2700XB(2)W(61.5)
( J-Jack Taplin )
( T-Stephen Marsh )
Classy galloper resuming and has won both trials to prepare
Results
Race Dividends
Win 3 $ 1.30
Place1 3 $ 1.30
Place2 2 $ 2.70
Quinella 2:3 $ 3.80
Trifecta 3:2:6 $ 11.60
First4 3:2:6:4 $ 33.20
Treble 8:6:3 $ 78.20
Race 4 - ANDREW (LEDGE) LEADBEATER MEMORIAL MAIDEN
Time: 12:50 PM | Distance: 1400 m | Prize $ 20000
Top Pick
9 Ivy's Dancer
Dividend : $3.30
Place
F: 5483B(5)W(56.5)
( J-George Rooke )
( T-Lance O'Sullivan & Andrew Scott )
Just the four runs to date so open to further improvement. Ran better than expected last time and this good stable has turned to George Rooke to get the job done today
Main Danger
8 Ascension
F: 546X3B(8)W(56.5)
( J-Michael McNab )
( T-Samantha Logan )
Close up in all three runs at the end of last year before being spelled. Looked well when resuming and ran accordingly to be beaten just a length. The one that the early money has come for
Next Best
7 Haughty
F: 43257B(10)W(56.5)
( J-Kelly Myers )
( T-Conor and Sarah Fahy )
Went close to winning back in March. Freshened and has had the one run since, which will have improved it considerably
Consider
1 Timetoplaythegame
Dividend : $4.50, $1.80
Won
F: 0X342B(14)W(58.5)
( J-Rihaan Goyaram )
( T-David Greene )
Three good runs to finish close up this campaign and would have been rated higher but for the unlucky wide draw
Longer Odds
6 Volunteer
F: 5X7B(7)W(58.5)
( J-Vinnie Colgan )
( T-Graham Richardson & Rogan Norvall )
Went alright in the Heavy when resuming so that should be to advantage today
Results
Race Dividends
Win 1 $ 4.50
Place1 1 $ 1.80
Place2 2 $ 7.30
Place3 9 $ 3.30
Quinella 1:2 $ 58.80
Trifecta 1:2:9 $ 973.20
First4 1:2:9:8 $ 4286.80
Double 3:1 $ 7.50
Race 5 - KEN & ROGER BROWNE MEMORIAL MAIDEN
Time: 1:25 PM | Distance: 3900 m | Prize $ 20000
Top Pick
2 Zeefa Zed
F: 1X47LB(7)W(69.0)
( J-Emily Farr )
( T-John Wheeler )
Emily Farr is back on the scene today and that can be the winning of this race. Not a strong field and this one has experience on its side
Main Danger
4 Countryman
F: X7X33B(1)W(69.0)
( J-Kylan Wiles )
( T-Barry Beatson )
Impressive performances in maiden hurdles and steps up to the big fences today. Sure to be well schooled and big chance
Next Best
1 Catch And Release
F: X031LB(4)W(69.0)
( J-Dean Parker )
( T-Kevin Myers )
Being from the Myers stable you've got to say its a chance and has fitness on its side
Consider
7 Fabulous Nancy
F: 556X4B(6)W(67.0)
( J-Joshua Parker )
( T-Ken Duncan )
Well beaten when resuming but that was a stronger field and this trainer gets them right
Longer Odds
6 Muse
F: X908LB(5)W(67.0)
( J-Hamish McNeill )
( T-Dean Wiles )
Looks the odds player to us, given the strong trainer/jockey involved
Results
Race Dividends
Win 5 $ 19.20
Place1 5 $ 5.10
Place2 1 $ 2.30
Quinella 1:5 $ 33.80
Trifecta 5:1 $ 76.20
First4 5:1 $ 88.80
Race 6 - SIGNATURE HOMES WAIKATO STEEPLECHASE
Time: 2:02 PM | Distance: 3900 m | Prize $ 75000
Top Pick
6 Nedwin
Dividend : $1.40
Place
F: 44X91B(6)W(66.0)
( J-Jay Kozaczek )
( T-Paul Nelson & Corrina McDougal )
It looks that the stable will be winning with one of its two runners. This one comes into the race 'steeplechase fit' and gets a big weight pull on its stablemate
Main Danger
1 The Cossack
F: 41X07B(4)W(73.0)
( J-Mathew Gillies )
( T-Paul Nelson & Corrina McDougal )
Who would deny this champion steeplechaser CAN win, but it is a year older now and carrying a massive wright first up. Sure to be trained to the minute though
Next Best
2 Jakama Krystal
F: 31X02B(3)W(66.0)
( J-Dean Parker )
( T-Peter & Jessica Brosnan )
Quality hurdler before stepping up to the bigger fences and has won a couple. Would be surprised to see it contesting the finish
Consider
3 Renegade Fighter
F: L4X72B(7)W(66.0)
( J-Corey Wiles )
( T-Rudy Liefting )
Terrific run when behind Nedwin when resuming over the jumps and will take improvement. Ahead of Leitrim Lad that day
Longer Odds
4 Afterallthistime
Dividend : $14.40, $2.40
Won
F: X8544B(5)W(66.0)
( J-Portia Matthews )
( T-Kevin Myers )
Kevin Myers has this one on the quick back up and that's a good sign. Ran a cheeky race behind talented Jesko last weekend
Results
Race Dividends
Win 4 $ 14.40
Place1 4 $ 2.40
Place2 5 $ 2.90
Place3 6 $ 1.40
Quinella 4:5 $ 42.00
Trifecta 4:5:6 $ 299.30
First4 4:5:6:3 $ 2963.50
Double 5:4 $ 80.00
Treble 1:5:4 $ 1125.40
Race 7 - MIKE STENT DECORATORS STAYERS
Time: 2:40 PM | Distance: 2400 m | Prize $ 35000
Top Pick
6 Cast Of Diamonds
F: 06225B(7)W(57.0)
( J-Michael McNab )
( T-Tony Pike )
A very frustrating horse for Tony Pike I expect, as it does have the ability to be wining, and progressing. Came to win three starts back but run out of it, and missed by a nose two back. Extra 200m today
Main Danger
2 Irrigate
F: 5X982B(3)W(58.5)
( J-Rihaan Goyaram )
( T-Kylie Little )
Stepped up tom middle distance last time and the improvement was immediate. Gets the apprentice claim again today
Next Best
1 Procella
Dividend : $6.60, $2.00
Won
F: 56912B(1)W(59.0)
( J-Kelly Myers )
( T-Conor and Sarah Fahy )
A winner in the Heavy two back when beating Cast Of Diamonds into second. Repeat of that takes it close
Consider
3 Prisca
Dividend : $2.30
Place
F: 88031B(8)W(58.5)
( J-Maria Sanson )
( T-Catherine Cameron )
Trainer has two in the race. Won on the synthetic last time but has also won twice on the turf so needs consideration
Longer Odds
Best "Roughie"
7 Flamenco
F: 31980B(4)W(56.5)
( J-Triston Moodley )
( T-Hollie Wynyard )
Although not faraway when resuming, its performance was commendable in that it came out of gate 15. Sure to be improved
Results
Race Dividends
Win 1 $ 6.60
Place1 1 $ 2.00
Place2 3 $ 2.30
Place3 4 $ 3.20
Quinella 1:3 $ 22.80
Trifecta 1:3:4 $ 430.30
First4 1:3:4:2 $ 1332.60
Race 8 - BUPA FOXBRIDGE RETIREMENT VILLAGE 1300
Time: 3:15 PM | Distance: 1300 m | Prize $ 35000
Top Pick
13 Mesa Verde
F: X28X3B(6)W(57.5)
( J-Samantha Collett )
( T-Cody Cole )
Looked good when resuming 4 weeks ago and beaten less than 1/2 length. First run in the Heavy so taking on trust and might provide Sam Collett with a winner on first day back
Main Danger
8 Ziggy Stardust
F: 25212B(15)W(58.0)
( J-Michael McNab )
( T-Tony Pike )
Will do well to be winning from this draw but will do if overcoming that, such is its recent form. Michael McNab gets off a Stephen Marsh runner to ride
Next Best
14 Ridgeview Vicky
F: 40X12B(8)W(57.5)
( J-Maria Sanson )
( T-Gavin Opie )
Will love the track conditions and in great form this campaign. Looks like it will get back early from draw and that makes it a bit more difficult if they're not picking up in the ground
Consider
12 Girls Light Up
F: 233X4B(10)W(57.5)
( J-Yuga Okubo )
( T-Ben & Ryan Foote )
Yet to win in the Heavy but four times runner up. That augers well for today after its encouraging run when resuming
Longer Odds
16 Lotus
Dividend : $17.30, $5.30
Won
F: 44194B(1)W(56.5)
( J-George Rooke )
( T-Graham Richardson & Rogan Norvall )
Capable 3yo that could surprise them here, with George Rooke on the reins. Rails draw
Results
Race Dividends
Win 16 $ 17.30
Place1 16 $ 5.30
Place2 3 $ 6.60
Place3 22 $ 3.00
Quinella 3:16 $ 253.70
Trifecta 16:3:22 $ 6497.60
Double 1:16 $ 58.70
Race 9 - SKYCITY HAMILTON MILE
Time: 3:50 PM | Distance: 1600 m | Prize $ 40000
Top Pick
The 'Day's Best'
2 Uderzo
F: 74491B(10)W(56.0)
( J-Rihaan Goyaram )
( T-Lance O'Sullivan & Andrew Scott )
How impressive was this one when galloping clear at Te Rapa three weeks ago. Lightly raced by this good stable so we can expect more improvement out of that race
Main Danger
5 Knights Realm
F: 03225B(4)W(54.0)
( J-Samantha Collett )
( T-Clinton Isdale )
Although 5th last time, it was a tight finish and it was only a length away. Didn't have the best of runs either
Next Best
1 Harlech
F: 04624B(1)W(62.0)
( J-Jack Taplin )
( T-Pam Gerard )
Might have finished closer to Uderzo last time if it hadn't got back in running. Inside draw and trainer has gone for 4kg claimer
Consider
4 Saint Bathans
Dividend : $1.80
Place
F: 878X4B(2)W(54.0)
( J-George Rooke )
( T-Andrew Forsman )
Looked in good heart when resuming and ran accordingly, to finish less than a length away. George Rooke rides for the Forsman stable
Longer Odds
10 Mister Roquette
F: 43X54B(3)W(54.0)
( J-Gareth Lahoud )
( T-Simon Rees )
Mudlark that will be ready to show its best now third up in this campaign
Close up in all five runs this campaign, including two seconds and a last start win at Te Rapa. The run at Te Rapa was particularly impressive and it's interesting to note Te Akau have opted for Michael McNab to ride today
Main Danger
5 Agera
Dividend : $2.70
Place
F: 056X2B(11)W(57.5)
( J-Sam McNab )
( T-Tony Pike )
Surprised to see Tony Pike opt for a 4kg claimer but he knows more about this game that us! Apprentice won a trial on it prior to its second when resuming
Next Best
11 Jurisprudence
F: 74X31B(7)W(56.0)
( J-Triston Moodley )
( T-Danny Walker & Arron Tata )
4yo with just the 9 starts and clearly an exciting prospect having won its second race well last time Ellerslie. Talented apprentice retains the ride is is on a good run at the moment
Consider
6 Joshua Brown
Dividend : $8.50, $3.10
Won
F: 4X734B(5)W(57.5)
( J-Lynsey Satherley )
( T-Lance Gussey )
Lightly raced gelding we've always had a bit of time for and Lynsey Satherley is the perfect jockey in these conditions
Longer Odds
16 Lovearoadie
F: 43493B(12)W(54.5)
( J-Kelly Myers )
( T-Graham Richardson & Rogan Norvall )
Close up in third last time with today's jockey in the saddle. Wide draw might be the place to be if the Heavy track conditions deteriorate further