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29 starts as a maiden isn't too inspiring but the reality is it has had 4 seconds and its recent form gives it a real winning chance. Rails draw and the tall Chris Dell suits the horse too
Main Danger
1 Dubai's Potiki
Dividend : $1.80, $1.10
Won
F: 2272XB(7)W(58.5)
( J-Liam Kauri )
( T-Chrissy Bambry )
Resumes after a 4 month break and one would say a justified favourite on form to date. Expected to go well but will be better over further. Talented apprentice brings the 3kg claim
Next Best
9 Flavours
F: 2B(2)W(56.5)
( J-Kate Hercock )
( T-Fraser Auret )
Terrific effort on debut 2 months ago when just caught. Spelled after that and resumes
Consider
10 Aimee's Jem
F: 43B(4)W(56.5)
( J-Amber Riddell )
( T-Trudy & Vaughan Keegan )
Taranaki stable that has been around for a long time and good to see they have such a promising type here
Longer Odds
11 Fool Me Once
F: 4B(6)W(56.5)
( J-Kavish Chowdhoory )
( T-Bill Thurlow and Sam O’Malley )
Nice run on debut and better for the experience. Waverley stable consistently comes up with winners
Results
Race Dividends
Win 1 $ 1.80
Place1 1 $ 1.10
Place2 12 $ 7.00
Place3 2 $ 1.90
Quinella 1:12 $ 28.50
Trifecta 1:12:2 $ 159.50
First4 1:12:2:3 $ 819.40
Race 2 - AR PAINTERS MAIDEN
Time: 12:51 PM | Distance: 1400 m | Prize $ 25000
Top Pick
4 Ena Sharples
F: 22B(3)W(56.5)
( J-Ashlee Strawbridge )
( T-Allan Sharrock )
Promising debut and then stepped it up to be just beaten over this distance last time. Solid early support and we think this 4yo wins today
Main Danger
2 Arksey
Dividend : $5.00, $2.10
Won
F:B(6)W(58.5)
( J-Liam Kauri )
( T-Harvey Wilson )
Top Waverley horseman, better known for his jumpers, has given this 5yo time and is on debut. It seems to have paid off as it has won its last two trials, the most recent by an impressive 4 lengths
Next Best
8 Illustrious
Dividend :
Place
F: 4B(2)W(56.0)
( J-Kavish Chowdhoory )
( T-Robbie Patterson )
Well supported on debut but didn't test them. Two months on, it runs again and sure to have improved
Consider
1 Riomosa
F: 57626B(1)W(58.5)
( J-Kate Hercock )
( T-Geoffrey Haigh )
Looks to have the ability to win a race, particularly on the back of its last two starts, but maybe not today
Longer Odds
7 Sea Wolf
F:B(5)W(56.5)
( J-Erin Leighton )
( T-Roydon Bergerson )
On debut after 5 trials and out of a good stable
Results
Race Dividends
Win 2 $ 5.00
Place1 2 $ 2.10
Place2 3 $ 6.00
Quinella 2:3 $ 52.40
Trifecta 2:3:8 $ 351.10
First4 2:3:8:1 $ 1500.20
Double 1:2 $ 10.00
Race 3 - AQUASHIELD ROOFING 3YO MAIDEN
Time: 1:26 PM | Distance: 1200 m | Prize $ 25000
Top Pick
4 Sloshed
F:B(5)W(57.5)
( J-Rohan Mudhoo )
( T-Kevin & Stephen Gray )
With Sierra Leone a scratching overnight, this is looking good for this one. Won both its trials and in today's track conditions
Main Danger
1 Mission Complete
Dividend : $2.40
Place
F: 450X4B(3)W(57.5)
( J-Kavish Chowdhoory )
( T-Team Rogerson )
Came off a winning trial to get within 3 1/2 lengths of To Bravery Born at Taupo last month
Next Best
2 My Ferrari
Dividend : $4.60, $2.00
Won
F: 4X34B(2)W(57.5)
( J-Liam Kauri )
( T-Gerald Innes )
Beat Bobbin Lady by over 1 1/2 lengths two back, when that one was on debut and should maintain advantage
Consider
7 Bobbin Lady
F: 4B(4)W(55.5)
( J-Jim Chung )
( T-Chrissy Bambry )
Nice first up run and sure to be improved
Longer Odds
5 Father Ted
Dividend :
Place
F:B(1)W(57.5)
( J-Kate Hercock )
( T-Sue Thompson-Brown & Mick Brown )
Outsider in small field of 5 and unlikely to be winning ... but small fields often bring upsets
Results
Race Dividends
Win 2 $ 4.60
Place1 2 $ 2.00
Place2 1 $ 2.40
Quinella 1:2 $ 10.90
Trifecta 2:1:5 $ 82.70
First4 2:1:5:7 $ 213.00
Race 4 - OTAKI TYRE REPAIRS HANDICAP
Time: 2:05 PM | Distance: 1200 m | Prize $ 40000
Top Pick
4 Belzoni
Dividend :
Place
F: PX14XB(4)W(56.5)
( J-Amber Riddell )
( T-Lisa Latta )
This 3yo out of the Lisa Latta stable does look to own its share of ability. Ran with credit in a Stakes race in May, after winning its maiden, and now resumes after a 4 month spell
Main Danger
1 Testwin
Dividend : $1.60, $1.50
Won
F: 440X1B(7)W(60.0)
( J-Ashlee Strawbridge )
( T-Guy Lowry & Leah Zydenbos )
That was some effort to win by nearly 5 lengths at Taupo last month, considering it was returning from a 9 month spell. Going to be hard to beat
Next Best
2 First Gear
F: 2215XB(2)W(59.0)
( J-Liam Kauri )
( T-Kevin & Stephen Gray )
Has shown good potential in races to date and will be in the places
Consider
6 Early Bird
F: 21300B(1)W(54.5)
( J-Chris Dell )
( T-Team Rogerson )
Down from the north in its first race for 3 months. Rails draw
Longer Odds
5 Prestissimo
F: 1090XB(3)W(55.5)
( J-Jim Chung )
( T-Richard McKenzie & Jordan Bassett )
Last ran in a G2 at Trentham before being spelled. That was an interesting race for it as it had little chance. Watch the tote for late support
Results
Race Dividends
Win 1 $ 1.60
Place1 1 $ 1.50
Place2 3 $ 6.40
Quinella 1:3 $ 11.70
Trifecta 1:3:4 $ 62.50
First4 1:3:4:6 $ 213.30
Double 2:1 $ 8.10
Treble 2:2:1 $ 55.70
Race 5 - HARCOURTS OTAKI HANDICAP
Time: 2:35 PM | Distance: 2100 m | Prize $ 40000
Top Pick
The 'Day's Best'
4 Swingit Our Way
F: X3154B(7)W(58.0)
( J-Ashlee Strawbridge )
( T-Allan Sharrock )
Twice a winner on the track, it is an Open handicapper dropping back to a R75 here. Has the best credentials. 4kg claim
Main Danger
5 So Call Me
F: 53124B(2)W(57.5)
( J-Toni Davies )
( T-Kevin Myers )
A repeat of its run for second behind What A Charma at Rotorua to back gives this Kevin Myers trained runner a chance
Next Best
6 Tai
Dividend : $2.00
Place
F: X1201B(4)W(56.5)
( J-Kate Hercock )
( T-Joanne Moss )
A massive horse, he keeps on in its races and has won two, despite only debuting this year as a 7yo
Consider
3 Identikit
F: 25118B(5)W(58.0)
( J-Jonathan Riddell )
( T-Lisa Latta )
Won two in these track conditions prior to running in an Open last time so back at R75, needs to be considered
Longer Odds
1 Berry The Cash
Dividend : $2.20
Place
F: 43325B(3)W(59.0)
( J-Liam Kauri )
( T-Mark Oulaghan )
Has had it tough recently, competing in the top hurdle races and in Australia. Flew home impressively when last on the flat
Results
Race Dividends
Win 7 $ 12.20
Place1 7 $ 3.30
Place2 1 $ 2.20
Place3 6 $ 2.00
Quinella 1:7 $ 64.70
Trifecta 7:1:6 $ 799.60
First4 7:1:6:2 $ 3918.40
Race 6 - NEW WORLD OTAKI HANDICAP
Time: 3:08 PM | Distance: 1200 m | Prize $ 40000
Top Pick
12 Bella Timing
Dividend : $4.60, $1.70
Won
F: 6X261B(6)W(55.0)
( J-Ashlee Strawbridge )
( T-Allan Sharrock )
Third up an a Heavy8 last time, it showed them a clean pair of heels to win by over 6 lengths! 4kg claimer up again today
Main Danger
1 Cypress
F: X0211B(9)W(59.0)
( J-Liam Kauri )
( T-Kevin Myers )
Kevin Myers picked up a couple of wins with this 4yo when it went to Riccarton and looks progressive. Has now won 3 from just 6 starts
Next Best
8 Tolstoy
Dividend : $1.60
Place
F: X3131B(2)W(56.5)
( J-Kate Hercock )
( T-Ilone Kelly )
Has been terrific since returning from its spell and won two of last three, both on this track. A lot of that can also be credited to the rider and Kate is on the reins again today
Consider
4 Prioress
F: 42320B(7)W(58.0)
( J-Chris Dell )
( T-Suzy Gordon )
Excuse its last run when in a tough field for the inter regional challenge. Prior form was good and stable rolling out the winners
Longer Odds
2 Pull No Punches
F: 704X4B(3)W(59.0)
( J-Toni Davies )
( T-Kevin & Stephen Gray )
This stable has done so well since Stephen returned from overseas and in this one we have an improver that could show up
Results
Race Dividends
Win 12 $ 4.60
Place1 12 $ 1.70
Place2 10 $ 1.90
Place3 8 $ 1.60
Quinella 10:12 $ 11.00
Trifecta 12:10:8 $ 82.30
First4 12:10:8:6 $ 324.50
Double 7:12 $ 57.60
Race 7 - CAVALLO FARMS & CHRIS RUTTEN BLOODSTOCK HANDICAP
Time: 3:43 PM | Distance: 1400 m | Prize $ 50000
Top Pick
Best "Each Way"
1 Belardo Boy
F: 72148B(3)W(61.0)
( J-Amber Riddell )
( T-Lisa Latta )
A prolific winner, it revels in the Heavy, loves the distance and is a 3 time winner on the track. Has been freshened since running in the Winter Cup and this a lot easier
Main Danger
2 One Bold Cat
F: 6808XB(5)W(61.0)
( J-Liam Kauri )
( T-Robbie Patterson )
Good win to start ratio and has won twice when fresh up. $50k stakes on offer so will be race ready after two trials
Next Best
5 Our Jumala
F: 53054B(7)W(55.5)
( J-Kavish Chowdhoory )
( T-Robbie Patterson )
ls resuming after finishing not far off the winner in the Winter Cup. Has to be hard to beat but might prefer it to be a bit firmer
Consider
4 Hi Yo Sass Bomb
F: 4300XB(4)W(57.5)
( J-Elle Sole )
( T-Kim Reid )
Not far away in a G1 last time and now resumes after an 8 month spell. This apprentice has been much improved since resuming and is great value for her 3kg claim
Longer Odds
9 Enrico
F: 9X16XB(1)W(54.0)
( J-Madan Singh )
( T-Ilone Kelly )
Stable has had its best year in a while and resuming, with the rails draw, looks the outsider you want to boost your multis
Results
Race Dividends
Win 8 $ 16.40
Place1 8 $ 4.70
Place2 7 $ 2.20
Place3 3 $ 1.70
Quinella 7:8 $ 67.40
Trifecta 8:7:3 $ 635.50
First4 8:7:3:9 $ 6456.80
Race 8 - VETS ON RIVERBANK HANDICAP
Time: 4:18 PM | Distance: 1600 m | Prize $ 40000
Top Pick
2 Explosive Impact
F: 31X22B(9)W(58.0)
( J-Ashlee Strawbridge )
( T-Allan Sharrock )
Has only won the one race which was over today's distance but that could so easily be more, such is its honesty, and it has been second 4 times. Another 4kg claimer on today and she rides well.
Main Danger
3 Five Bells
F: 84323B(4)W(58.0)
( J-Kate Hercock )
( T-Ilone Kelly )
Edging closer to another win and this trainer/jockey partnership are hard to deny at the moment
Next Best
8 Fay Khan It
F: X7203B(8)W(57.0)
( J-Amber Riddell )
( T-John Bary )
Very good run in a competitive field at Taupo 3 weeks ago and drops back to 1600m today. Four time winner with a good chance
Consider
1 Exit Left
Dividend : $1.70
Place
F: X2353B(6)W(60.0)
( J-Liam Kauri )
( T-Sue Thompson-Brown & Mick Brown )
Only beaten a 1/2 length when resuming three weeks ago and comes in 3kg better here with apprentice claim
Longer Odds
Best "Roughie"
10 Subtle Tease
Dividend : $2.70
Place
F: X1042B(3)W(57.0)
( J-Jim Chung )
( T-Roger Allen )
A bit of an 'in or out' runner but capable on its day. Drawn well and has track conditions to suit