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Everything points to this Te Akau runner making a successful jumping debut. Good performer on the flat and proved its jumping credentials when winning a trial last week
Main Danger
1 Ember Attack
F: 20L23B(3)W(69.0)
( J-Joshua Parker )
( T-Paul Mirabelli )
A weak jumping field so best to take one with proven jumping ability.
Next Best
9 Tommy Perfect
F: 2594PB(8)W(69.0)
( J-Portia Matthews )
( T-Shaun & Emma Clotworthy )
If the stable has improved its jumping, and we suspect it has, then it is very much a contender to be in the money. Portia takes over today
Consider
7 Mister Pucci
F: 04560B(6)W(69.0)
( J-Emily Farr )
( T-Gavin Opie )
Good performer on the flat, winning 5, and will be better for its jumping debut in July
Longer Odds
4 Ghibbo
F: 74170B(2)W(69.0)
( J-Hamish McNeill )
( T-Shaun & Emma Clotworthy )
Looked like it has the jumping ability to make something of it at this game, in winning a trial last week to prepare
Results
Race Dividends
Win 8 $ 16.40
Place1 8 $ 3.70
Place2 2 $ 3.70
Place3 6 $ 1.20
Quinella 2:8 $ 123.10
Trifecta 8:2:6 $ 1212.40
First4 8:2:6:4 $ 4038.40
Race 2 - PAKURANGA HUNT “VALE LAMU” HURDLE
Time: 12:33 PM | Distance: 3100 m | Prize $ 60000
Top Pick
3 Billy Boy
F: 21116B(2)W(69.5)
( J-Joshua Parker )
( T-Jo Rathbone )
Has been a revelation this season and an exciting prospect. Although its win two back was over the bigger fences, prior two wins over hurdles were super impressive and recent flat run will have it spot on
Main Danger
1 Happy Star
F: 03263B(4)W(70.0)
( J-Emily Farr )
( T-Kevin Myers )
If you're looking at form to find the winner, then you're with this Kevin Myers runner, beaten less than a length in the Grand national Hurdles last start
Next Best
11 Hill Of Kings
Dividend : $6.80, $2.30
Won
F: 62184B(12)W(66.0)
( J-Jay Kozaczek )
( T-Shaun Phelan )
Without question one of the key players in this. Beat Ember Attack three starts ago
Consider
10 Georgian Warrior
F: 14L64B(5)W(66.0)
( J-Bella Oliver )
( T-Dean Wiles )
Would consider this one at these odds, on the basis of the stable it's out of
Longer Odds
9 Squire
Dividend : $3.20
Place
F: 61183B(1)W(66.0)
( J-Jordan Hart )
( T-Peter & Jessica Brosnan )
Picked up a couple of hurdle wins at the beginning of the jumping season and up to bouncing back here, as the field isn't strong
Results
Race Dividends
Win 11 $ 6.80
Place1 11 $ 2.30
Place2 9 $ 3.20
Place3 5 $ 4.00
Quinella 9:11 $ 43.40
Trifecta 11:9:5 $ 739.60
First4 11:9:5:6 $ 8858.70
Race 3 - DEAN WILES RACING MAIDEN STEEPLECHASE
Time: 1:15 PM | Distance: 3600 m | Prize $ 20000
Top Pick
2 Zac Flash
Dividend : $2.50
Place
F: 323F4B(7)W(69.0)
( J-Nick Downs )
( T-Dan O'Leary )
Trainer is a great horsman and will be sure to have this one well schooled. Terrific run on the flat last time shows it's in good heart
Main Danger
4 Justice
Dividend : $5.00, $2.00
Won
F: 66645B(10)W(69.0)
( J-Mathew Gillies )
( T-Dean Wiles )
Pleasing effort when finishing on in last jumps start and trainer will look to win this race, having sponsored it
Next Best
6 English Gambler
F: X024PB(5)W(69.0)
( J-Hamish McNeill )
( T-Lauren Brennan )
If running up to its best, would be winning this. Worth the risk at these EW odds
Consider
8 Go Butch
F: 88F85B(9)W(69.0)
( J-Dean Parker )
( T-Kevin Myers )
It would be folly to leave a Kevin Myers runner out of your consideration
Longer Odds
1 Countryman
Dividend : $1.50
Place
F: 3FL22B(2)W(69.0)
( J-Joshua Parker )
( T-Barry Beatson )
It does look best of the 'roughies' and one to put in your multis
Results
Race Dividends
Win 4 $ 5.00
Place1 4 $ 2.00
Place2 1 $ 1.50
Place3 2 $ 2.50
Quinella 1:4 $ 10.90
Trifecta 4:1:2 $ 118.60
First4 4:1:2:11 $ 1186.10
Double 11:4 $ 42.30
Treble 8:11:4 $ 736.50
Race 4 - HOWDEN INSURANCE PAKURANGA HUNT CUP STEEPLE
Time: 1:50 PM | Distance: 4300 m | Prize $ 75000
Top Pick
5 Run Jakko Run
F: P7161B(9)W(66.0)
( J-Corey Wiles )
( T-Kevin Myers )
Kevin Myers has always thought highly of this now 7yo and he will have had this race targeted all season. The one to beat
Main Danger
8 Fourty Eight
Dividend : $1.60
Place
F: 18812B(8)W(66.0)
( J-Shaun Fannin )
( T-Shaun and Hazel Fannin )
This good stable will have this one trained to perfection and, after chasing home our Top Pick last time at Woodville, could be the one to test it again today
Next Best
4 Leitrim Lad
F: P1613B(2)W(66.0)
( J-Emily Farr )
( T-Eamonn Green )
Previously a top handicapper on the flat, it's now at the top of its game over the bigger fences. Terrific run on the flat over 1600m last time
Consider
2 Captains Run
Dividend : $2.50
Place
F: X9221B(5)W(71.0)
( J-Joshua Parker )
( T-Dan O'Leary )
Beat Jesko at Riccarton last start and that one would be short here, even over 4300m today. Is enjoying its racing
Longer Odds
9 Izymydaad
F: PP363B(10)W(66.0)
( J-Portia Matthews )
( T-Ken Duncan & Nicole Jenkins )
Is defying its age with recent runs and goes in as a sentimental pick
Results
Race Dividends
Win 6 $ 10.00
Place1 6 $ 2.90
Place2 2 $ 2.50
Place3 8 $ 1.60
Quinella 2:6 $ 30.40
Trifecta 6:2:8 $ 201.40
First4 6:2:8:1 $ 1145.40
Race 5 - JASON ROBERTS BYL LIVESTOCK 2200
Time: 2:29 PM | Distance: 2200 m | Prize $ 40000
Top Pick
Best "Each Way"
5 Irrigate
F: 40059B(3)W(68.0)
( J-Samantha Weller )
( T-Kylie Little )
Ran in an Open behind Drop Of Something and co last week so this a huge drop in class
Main Danger
2 Autumn Beauty
F: 22162B(9)W(69.0)
( J-Scotty MacNab )
( T-Caley Myers )
Ever so consistent and benefits from the best amateur rider around being in the saddle
Next Best
4 Talentoso
Dividend : $5.50, $1.80
Won
F: X3560B(13)W(68.5)
( J-Caitlin McKee )
( T-Shelley Hale )
Has to be in the mix in a race like this. Steps up to middle distance and that should see good improvement
Consider
9 Teak
F: 80393B(2)W(67.5)
( J-Abinith Simon )
( T-Kylie Hoskin )
With this trainer's runners going so well, has to be in your reckoning if doing multis
Longer Odds
3 St Vincent
F: X0061B(14)W(68.5)
( J-Adam Scott )
( T-Shaun & Emma Clotworthy )
Has improved well in this campaign and got its head in front, at its 8th start, last time. This tougher but is progressive
Results
Race Dividends
Win 4 $ 5.50
Place1 4 $ 1.80
Place2 1 $ 3.90
Place3 7 $ 2.60
Quinella 1:4 $ 33.10
Trifecta 4:1:7 $ 375.50
First4 4:1:7:13 $ 6482.90
Double 6:4 $ 44.00
Race 6 - EPIC JOURNEYS 1150
Time: 3:00 PM | Distance: 1150 m | Prize $ 40000
Top Pick
4 Honey Badger
Dividend : $1.40
Place
F: 41312B(3)W(57.5)
( J-Michael McNab )
( T-Tony Pike )
Has looked a bit special at times only to disappoint next up ... but really does look to have the legs on the opposition here
Main Danger
10 Moneypenny
F: 7X115B(9)W(54.5)
( J-Warren Kennedy )
( T-Barbara Kennedy )
Trainer with superb strike rate with her runners. Missed the hattrick when up to 1400m last time and 1150m here more suitable
Next Best
7 Jethro Tull
Dividend : $4.60, $1.90
Won
F: 50321B(7)W(56.0)
( J-Vinnie Colgan )
( T-Brent Gillovic )
Looks like an exciting prospect, revelling in the Heavy track conditions to win with a bit in hand 3 weeks ago. Sure to be heavy going here today
Consider
11 Beneath The Stars
F: 411B(6)W(54.0)
( J-George Rooke )
( T-Danny Walker & Arron Tata )
4yo filly that has done all that been asked of her in three starts. Looks to have further upside so this R75 within its grasp
Longer Odds
6 Kaimai Queen
Dividend : $2.70
Place
F: 02132B(4)W(56.5)
( J-Elen Nicholas )
( T-Glenn Old )
Gutsy run to lead and fight back to just go down over 1400m last time. Well drawn today and might be hard to beat with same tactics over shorter distance
Results
Race Dividends
Win 7 $ 4.60
Place1 7 $ 1.90
Place2 6 $ 2.70
Place3 4 $ 1.40
Quinella 6:7 $ 23.10
Trifecta 7:6:4 $ 110.80
First4 7:6:4:10 $ 669.20
Treble 6:4:7 $ 571.00
Race 7 - CLOTWORTHY RACING OPEN HANDICAP 1600
Time: 3:33 PM | Distance: 1600 m | Prize $ 50000
Top Pick
6 Privy Garden
F: 54113B(4)W(54.0)
( J-Matthew Cameron )
( T-Andrew Forsman )
Andrew Forsman has found a good opportunity for his progressive 5yo mare in this, with the main challengers resuming and wanting further. Showed good ability to win two prior to its winter break and improved for run 3 weeks ago
Main Danger
8 Aftermath
F: 100X4B(5)W(54.0)
( J-Masa Hashizume )
( T-Shaun & Emma Clotworthy )
This is a good horse that needs to be followed this campaign. Nice run when resuming and just 1 1/2 lengths behind our Top Pick on that occasion
Next Best
3 Trust In You
F: 4800XB(3)W(56.5)
( J-Michael McNab )
( T-Bruce Wallace & Grant Cooksley )
Found the Auckland trip too tough last start and now comes to this after a 6 month spell. A type to sprint well fresh before stepping up to longer distances
Consider
4 Son Of Sun
Dividend : $6.90, $2.20
Won
F: 1598XB(2)W(56.0)
( J-Warren Kennedy )
( T-Bruce Wallace & Grant Cooksley )
Stayer resuming and goes in on class. Went to another level with some excellent performances last campaign. Spelled after Auckland Cup run in March and resumes
Longer Odds
Best "Roughie"
7 Rosetown Princess
F: 31271B(1)W(54.0)
( J-Ashlee Strawbridge )
( T-Darrell Hollinshead )
7yo now and has been late showing its best, but has made great strides in recent months
Results
Race Dividends
Win 4 $ 6.90
Place1 4 $ 2.20
Place2 5 $ 3.20
Place3 2 $ 3.00
Quinella 4:5 $ 54.20
Trifecta 4:5:2 $ 489.20
First4 4:5:2:8 $ 2825.00
Double 7:4 $ 28.00
Race 8 - GOLDEN HORSE FEEDS MAIDEN 1400
Time: 4:08 PM | Distance: 1400 m | Prize $ 25000
Top Pick
1 Presuming
F: 33X02B(4)W(58.5)
( J-Michael McNab )
( T-Pam Gerard )
It was this time last year that this trainer started to roll out the winners, and that continued for a long time. Liked this one's run last start and the improvement from that run should take it close here
Main Danger
3 Kintaro
F: 3X963B(2)W(58.5)
( J-Opie Bosson )
( T-Stephen Autridge )
Best placing in 8 starts is third but has finished there 3 times. Additionally, just behind out Top Pick last start and there won't be much between them again
Next Best
9 Icon
F: 9X46B(7)W(58.5)
( J-Joe Doyle )
( T-Tim & Margaret Carter )
Also just behind Presuming last time, a good effort considering it was only its third start
Consider
2 Brego
F: 6X334B(5)W(58.5)
( J-Matthew Cameron )
( T-Shelley Hale )
With this trainer having a few winners recently, its chances can't be discounted
Longer Odds
8 Whiskey Lullaby
F: 69754B(6)W(58.5)
( J-Ashlee Strawbridge )
( T-Emma Faber )
Yet to be in the money in 11 starts but has finished not far off them on occasions and won't take much to change to be challenging. Best run was here back in July
Results
Race Dividends
Win 5 $ 23.10
Place1 5 $ 5.20
Place2 13 $ 3.20
Place3 7 $ 10.10
Quinella 5:13 $ 141.90
Trifecta 5:13:7 $ 5808.70
First4 5:13:7:11 $ 5881.10
Race 9 - COLIN WEST PANELBEATERS 1400
Time: 4:39 PM | Distance: 1400 m | Prize $ 40000
Top Pick
12 Miss Understood
Dividend : $1.60
Place
F: 222X1B(14)W(57.0)
( J-Michael McNab )
( T-Ralph Manning )
Looked an exciting prospect in first campaign, on 'good' ground but showed it had improved significantly over its 7 month spell to win on a Heavy10 when resuming. Can go on with it on what will be very Heavy track conditions again today
Main Danger
11 Highly Anticipated
F: 25133B(20)W(57.5)
( J-Wiremu Pinn )
( T-Barbara Kennedy )
Barbara Kennedy has two in the race and this one less fancied. But close up in all recent runs and knowing what the track conditions will be like, this outside draw might be the place to be
Next Best
7 Play It Again Sam
F: 1B(3)W(59.0)
( J-Warren Kennedy )
( T-Barbara Kennedy )
Well trialled before winning its only race 2 weeks ago. We like this trainer and its sure to give a good account of itself again here
Consider
13 Moelle
F: 0X321B(8)W(57.0)
( J-Matthew Cameron )
( T-Annabelle Johnson )
6yo mare with just the 8 runs and showed its got a lot of upside when winning its last start by 4 lengths
Longer Odds
6 Just A Tipple
F: 56475B(1)W(59.0)
( J-George Rooke )
( T-Gavin Opie )
Best run in a while last start and now George Rooke takes the reins