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Solid enough form last preparation and punters get better odds than expected. Should be right around the mark from a good barrier draw.
Main Danger
3 Feel the Stag
Dividend : $1.80
Place
F: 43B(12)W(58.5)
( J-Matthew Cameron )
( T-Stephen Marsh )
Better for two runs this preparation and it only needs luck from out wide. Money has come for it, and that's an excellent sign from this stable.
Next Best
1 Little Thief
F: 9757XB(1)W(58.5)
( J-Vinnie Colgan )
( T-Joanne Surgenor )
Could be much better than what it showed last campaign. The spell came at a good time, and it could sneak under the radar at nice odds.
Consider
14 Pieces Of Eight
F: 4XB(9)W(56.5)
( J-Tayla Mitchell )
( T-Chad Ormsby )
Fourth on debut before spelling. That came a year ago, so it has been a work in progess, but the money has come. That's the best betting guide.
Longer Odds
8 Kairos
F:B(11)W(58.5)
( J-Jasmine Fawcett )
( T-Moira & Kieran Murdoch )
On debut after showing pleasing form at the trials. Could spring a surprise result at odds.
Results
Race Dividends
Win 11 $ 6.50
Place1 11 $ 2.10
Place2 6 $ 3.20
Place3 3 $ 1.80
Quinella 6:11 $ 29.60
Trifecta 11:6:3 $ 288.70
First4 11:6:3:13 $ 2178.70
Race 2 - JOIN TAB RACING CLUB MAIDEN 1200
Time: 12:31 PM | Distance: 1200 m | Prize $ 30000
Top Pick
10 Avantaggia
F:B(9)W(55.5)
( J-Opie Bosson )
( T-Mark Walker & Sam Bergerson )
Couldn't have better breeding, and it has won a trial in good fashion. All eyes on this runner, and we expected a stronger betting push considering.
Main Danger
14 Well Written
Dividend : $7.40, $2.40
Won
F:B(10)W(55.5)
( J-Matt Cartwright )
( T-Stephen Marsh )
A three-time trial winner, so it has arguably performed better than the top pick in preparation. Drawn wide, but a good ride could get it home.
Next Best
13 Topsy Turvy
F:B(3)W(55.5)
( J-Craig Grylls )
( T-Lauren Brennan )
Love the breeding and punters get double-figure odds. Those odds might not last long on race day, so we're locking in the value early.
Consider
9 Heloisa
F: 33X3B(4)W(55.5)
( J-Warren Kennedy )
( T-Lance Noble )
Close up third when resuming and better for the run. Can't dismiss this trainer/jockey combination
Longer Odds
Best "Roughie"
4 Argo
Dividend : $3.00
Place
F: 6XB(5)W(57.5)
( J-George Rooke )
( T-Tony Pike )
It has the benefit of race day experience. Spelled, and it could learn a lot from that effort.
Results
Race Dividends
Win 14 $ 7.40
Place1 14 $ 2.40
Place2 7 $ 4.70
Place3 4 $ 3.00
Quinella 7:14 $ 96.80
Trifecta 14:7:4 $ 1267.50
First4 14:7:4:10 $ 4737.30
Double 11:14 $ 42.90
Race 3 - NZB READY TO RUN SALE TRAINERS SERIES 3YO 1400
Time: 1:05 PM | Distance: 1400 m | Prize $ 55000
Top Pick
1 Churmatt
Dividend : $2.00, $1.10
Won
F: 12B(2)W(57.0)
( J-Opie Bosson )
( T-Stephen Marsh )
Not surprised by the even-money odds. A good debut winner before fighting well behind a nice enough type last start. Bosson riding is a bonus.
Main Danger
5 Nocturne
F: 6X3B(1)W(56.0)
( J-Warren Kennedy )
( T-Bruce Wallace & Grant Cooksley )
Much better when third last time out, which could be a good form guide. Inside draw, and it could control the speed if things go its way.
Next Best
6 Swiss Prince
Dividend : $2.30
Place
F: 523B(8)W(56.0)
( J-Joe Doyle )
( T-Stephen Marsh )
Knocking on the door after consecutive placings. Not an easy field, but it has enough upside to include in picks for the win and place.
Consider
2 Geneva
Dividend : $2.10
Place
F: 148B(7)W(57.0)
( J-Matthew Cameron )
( T-Kylie Hoskin )
Having a win on the board is good form despite failing to fire in two subsequent starts. Worth giving another chance against this field.
Longer Odds
8 Why Daddy
F: 2X0B(5)W(56.0)
( J-Vinnie Colgan )
( T-Bruce Wallace & Grant Cooksley )
It gets a good chance to bounce back after a poor last-start run. An upset could happen here.
Results
Race Dividends
Win 1 $ 2.00
Place1 1 $ 1.10
Place2 6 $ 2.30
Place3 2 $ 2.10
Quinella 1:6 $ 7.80
Trifecta 1:6:2 $ 43.70
First4 1:6:2:7 $ 170.10
Treble 11:14:1 $ 101.80
Race 4 - STELLA ARTOIS HANDICAP 2100
Time: 1:41 PM | Distance: 2100 m | Prize $ 65000
Top Pick
3 Bosch
F: 62141B(1)W(56.5)
( J-Samantha Collett )
( T-Michelle Bradley )
Two wins from its last three, and it knows how to battle against fields of this nature. No reason why it can't figure in the finish.
Main Danger
1 Drop Of Something
F: 31212B(3)W(61.5)
( J-Ashlee Strawbridge )
( T-W Hillis & R Cole )
Another runner with good form, and it hasn't been missed in betting markets. Gets 4kg off its back to help with the top weight, so it should run well.
Next Best
6 Quick Fire
Dividend : $2.30
Place
F: 41413B(6)W(54.0)
( J-Tayla Mitchell )
( T-Kylie Fawcett )
Another supremely consistent type that boasts good recent form. Always threatens to win and it will loom to win at some point.
Consider
5 Diamond Jak
Dividend : $11.10, $2.70
Won
F: 83155B(7)W(55.5)
( J-Matthew Cameron )
( T-Mark Brosnan )
Doesn't win out of turn but it won well earlier this preparation. Quick enough to head forward and look to hold them off. One for odds.
Longer Odds
9 Double Take
F: 04181B(9)W(54.0)
( J-Hayley Hassman )
( T-J & R Vance )
Nothing wrong with its recent form, including two wins from its last three. Sneaking under the radar at odds.
Results
Race Dividends
Win 5 $ 11.10
Place1 5 $ 2.70
Place2 8 $ 2.50
Place3 6 $ 2.30
Quinella 5:8 $ 45.50
Trifecta 5:8:6 $ 522.10
First4 5:8:6:2 $ 7422.30
Double 1:5 $ 16.30
Race 5 - AUCKLAND CO-OP TAXIS 2400
Time: 2:17 PM | Distance: 2400 m | Prize $ 55000
Top Pick
8 Haughty
F: 92331B(3)W(56.5)
( J-Joe Doyle )
( T-Conor and Sarah Fahy )
Scored a long overdue win last start and the penny might have dropped now. Drawn well, and there isn't anything special to beat in this race.
Main Danger
9 Santa Catalina
Dividend : $4.20, $1.70
Won
F: 04X37B(2)W(56.0)
( J-Craig Grylls )
( T-Peter & Shaun McKay )
Better for two runs back from a spell, and it showed enough fresh up when third. Likely to head forward and kick well.
Next Best
2 I Park
Dividend : $1.80
Place
F: XB042B(11)W(59.0)
( J-Matthew Cameron )
( T-Lauren Brennan )
Nearing a win after a good second placing and it hasn't been missed in betting markets. Could pay to follow the moves.
Consider
1 Novak
F: 34773B(10)W(59.5)
( J-Wiremu Pinn )
( T-Clinton Isdale )
Always a winning chance despite owning no recent winning form. Big weight, but punters get value odds as a bonus.
Longer Odds
6 Wry Smile
F: 82303B(8)W(57.5)
( J-Tayla Mitchell )
( T-Samantha Logan )
All around the mark this prep with three placings from its last four. Chance to cause an upset.
Results
Race Dividends
Win 9 $ 4.20
Place1 9 $ 1.70
Place2 10 $ 6.30
Place3 2 $ 1.80
Quinella 9:10 $ 54.10
Trifecta 9:10:2 $ 528.30
First4 9:10:2:1 $ 3369.40
Race 6 - TRACKSIDE.CO.NZ 1300
Time: 2:51 PM | Distance: 1300 m | Prize $ 55000
Top Pick
6 Is That All
F: 1B(12)W(59.0)
( J-Opie Bosson )
( T-Tony Pike )
Debut run was just two weeks ago, as a 4yo, and after winning its last two trials. Patience was rewarded with a commanding win and there's a lot more to come for this one. Only wide draw beats it today
Main Danger
15 Mollify
F: 2219XB(13)W(57.0)
( J-Warren Kennedy )
( T-Lance Noble )
Import from Australia now in this good stable and has first NZ run after 5 months out. Top jockey will give it every chance
Next Best
5 Steely Man
F: 4554XB(16)W(59.5)
( J-Masa Hashizume )
( T-Lynda German )
First race for 7 months but should be fit enough. Went well enough against some strong opposition last campaign to suggest it has a lot of upside but maybe gate 16 will be too much today
Consider
10 Social Climber
F: X4267B(4)W(57.5)
( J-Jasmine Fawcett )
( T-Graham Richardson & Rogan Norvall )
One win from two races as a 3yo and has gone alright in 3 runs back, despite wide draws. Well in at gate 4 today
Longer Odds
4 Shamel Express
F: 28312B(2)W(59.5)
( J-Hayley Hassman )
( T-Paul Pertab )
Winning run and last start second have both been on the synthetic and now reverts to the turf. Odds look generous
Results
Race Dividends
Win 1 $ 25.60
Place1 1 $ 7.50
Place2 13 $ 2.60
Place3 11 $ 4.90
Quinella 1:13 $ 78.80
Trifecta 1:13:11 $ 2989.70
Double 9:1 $ 82.50
Treble 5:9:1 $ 2587.10
Race 7 - SISTEMA 1200
Time: 3:26 PM | Distance: 1200 m | Prize $ 55000
Top Pick
10 Hinekaha
F: 3210XB(6)W(55.5)
( J-Craig Grylls )
( T-Andrew Forsman )
Did it nicely when winning a trial at the beginning of last month and now resuming 6 weeks later. Will see the best of it over ground but sure to sprint well fresh close up
Main Danger
6 Celestial Wonder
Dividend : $2.80, $1.70
Won
F: X281XB(14)W(57.0)
( J-Opie Bosson )
( T-Mark Walker & Sam Bergerson )
Certainly left a good impression when going for a spell after a successful 3yo campaign, four months ago. Sure to be ready but wide draw is a concern
Next Best
1 Trobriand
F: 3325XB(2)W(60.5)
( J-Hayley Hassman )
( T-Mark Walker & Sam Bergerson )
Te Akau also run this 5yo. It has been consistently good in previous campaigns and has won a trial to prepare. Inside gate a talented apprentice brings the claim
Consider
5 I'm All In
F: 2230XB(10)W(58.0)
( J-Warren Kennedy )
( T-Stephen Marsh )
Measured up in 3yo Stakes company last campaign and looked forward in trial 11 days ago with today's rider up
Longer Odds
9 Mo Charaid
F: 441X1B(5)W(56.5)
( J-Joe Doyle )
( T-Terry Wenn )
Impressive when wining a R65 two weeks ago when resuming. Coming out of a wide gain it finished over them with ease
After its impressive run to finish over them over 1200m at Taupo, this filly is the one we want to be on again today. Terrific turn of pace and a sign of a very good horse
Main Danger
3 Little Black Dress
Dividend : $2.90
Place
F: 11X46B(1)W(56.5)
( J-Wiremu Pinn )
( T-Stephen Marsh )
We liked this one's chances last time against Lollapalooza but a slow start put paid to its winning chances. Finished the race off well though and will test them from the rails draw today
Next Best
2 Tajana
Dividend : $5.90, $2.20
Won
F: 413X1B(7)W(56.5)
( J-George Rooke )
( T-Shaune Ritchie & Colm Murray )
Beat a good looking type when winning the Northland Breeders Stakes in first run back 5 weeks ago. Sure to take improvement and we'll get more of an idea of how good it is this time
Consider
4 Queen's Evidence
F: 142X3B(8)W(56.5)
( J-Opie Bosson )
( T-Mark Walker & Sam Bergerson )
A very good run to place third in the Gold Trail Stakes at long odds. Opie takes over the reins today
Longer Odds
5 Too Sweet
F: 063X4B(4)W(56.5)
( J-Craig Grylls )
( T-Roydon Bergerson )
Terrific run from this CD trained runner in the Gold Trail two weeks ago, finishing fourth to our Top Pick after getting back early
Results
Race Dividends
Win 2 $ 5.90
Place1 2 $ 2.20
Place2 1 $ 1.30
Place3 3 $ 2.90
Quinella 1:2 $ 6.70
Trifecta 2:1:3 $ 92.40
First4 2:1:3:11 $ 1414.60
Double 6:2 $ 14.60
Race 9 - EAGLE TECHNOLOGY HANDICAP 1400
Time: 4:40 PM | Distance: 1400 m | Prize $ 65000
Top Pick
7 Captured By Love
F: 1748XB(6)W(54.5)
( J-Craig Grylls )
( T-Mark Walker & Sam Bergerson )
Quality mare that won 5 races in its 2 and 3yo campaigns and Te Akau look to have it at the top of its game to resume, after posting wins in its two trials to prepare. Interesting to see Craig Grylls riding, in preference to Opie
Main Danger
8 Cannon Hill
Dividend : $2.20
Place
F: X21X5B(3)W(54.5)
( J-Matt Cartwright )
( T-Tony Pike )
Has to be a strong contender with the way the Tony Pike runners have been going. Less than 3 lengths away when resuming and will be sharper now
Next Best
2 Tardelli
Dividend : $3.30, $1.50
Won
F: 1728XB(7)W(57.5)
( J-George Rooke )
( T-Stephen Marsh )
Stylish performance to win its recent trial and has that touch of class that is going to see it there at the business end. Bit short in the betting for us though, but that doesn't stop it winning
Consider
9 Churchillian
F: 7X0X7B(8)W(54.0)
( J-Wiremu Pinn )
( T-Tony Pike )
Tony Pike also runs this 6yo that sports a pretty good record with 7 wins from just 16 starts. Terrific run to be less than a length behind Cannon Hill when resuming, a a massive $45!
Longer Odds
6 Arby
F: 2604XB(10)W(55.0)
( J-Sam Weatherley )
( T-Darryn & Briar Weatherley )
A very good staying prospect that last ran in the Auckland Cup in March. Will sprint well fresh and this stable always has them 'ready to go'
Results
Race Dividends
Win 2 $ 3.30
Place1 2 $ 1.50
Place2 8 $ 2.20
Place3 11 $ 4.70
Quinella 2:8 $ 12.50
Trifecta 2:8:11 $ 194.90
First4 2:8:11:6 $ 1581.80
Race 10 - HORIZON BY SKYCITY 1600
Time: 5:15 PM | Distance: 1600 m | Prize $ 55000
Top Pick
11 This Time Girl
F: 320X1B(9)W(56.0)
( J-George Rooke )
( T-Hollie Wynyard )
Was well supported and won with a bit in hand when resuming at Taupo last month. Could be in line to win some good staying races this campaign but can perform well at this distance while fresh
Main Danger
4 Enright
F: 350X2B(3)W(59.0)
( J-Rihaan Goyaram )
( T-Stuart Manning )
Has more ability than its 3 wins would suggest, and has in fact run second 12 times! Nice run to follow home our Top Pick last start and we're sticking with it
Next Best
9 War Of Succession
Dividend : $2.10
Place
F: X911XB(4)W(57.0)
( J-Opie Bosson )
( T-Mark Walker & Sam Bergerson )
Spelled after winning two in the late Autumn, over middle distance, and that's where we'll see the best of it now. Enough ability to run a place here though, fresh up after 3 month spell
Consider
2 Solidify
F: 74224B(10)W(60.0)
( J-Sam Weatherley )
( T-Team Rogerson )
A top class 2yo that didn't meet expectations as a 3yo. But has shown signs of being back to its best recently and Sam Weatherley is a great booking
Longer Odds
8 Texas
F: 93661B(7)W(57.0)
( J-Matt Cartwright )
( T-Nicholas Bishara )
This one's exuberant trainer was excited to see Texas win two weeks ago and thought it would change the stables fortunes around. Might go on with it