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  Race 1 - THE TELE OTAKI THREE YEAR OLD PREMIER

  Time: 1:37 PM | Distance: 1400 m | Prize $ 65000
• Top Pick

  

  3 Swiss Prince  

  Indicative Odds: $ 2.20

  F: 5232   B(2)  W(56.0)

   ( J- Joe Doyle )

   ( T- Stephen Marsh )

  Clearly the horse to beat. But for coming up against promising Churmatt in its last 3 races, might have won a couple. This easier

  Main Danger

  

  4 Abbakiss  

  Indicative Odds: $ 4.20

  F: 26X67   B(3)  W(55.0)

   ( J- Kavish Chowdhoory )

   ( T- Bryce Newman )

  Far exceeded expectations last time and to get within 4 1/2 lengths off the first two home in the G3 is good form for this

  Next Best

  

  1 Belzoni  

  Indicative Odds: $ 4.40

  F: 14X32   B(1)  W(57.0)

   ( J- Jonathan Riddell )

   ( T- Lisa Latta )

  Good run behind a decent type last start and Jonathon Riddell is riding with success at the moment

  Consider

  

  5 Sierra Leone  

  Indicative Odds: $ 4.20

  F: 0X2X5   B(4)  W(54.0)

   ( J- Kelly Myers )

   ( T- Johno Benner )

  A bit of a stop/start run this year but ran well last start and will come on for that

  Longer Odds

  

  2 My Ferrari  

  Indicative Odds: $ 14.00

  F: X3410   B(6)  W(57.0)

   ( J- Kate Hercock )

   ( T- Gerald Innes )

  Dominant win in the Heavy here two back and chance to bounce back, after running in a much stronger race last start

  Results

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  Race 2 - AR PAINTERS PREMIER

  Time: 2:08 PM | Distance: 2200 m | Prize $ 65000
• Top Pick

  

  9 Our Lady Brooke  

  Indicative Odds: $ 5.50

  F: 22232   B(10)  W(58.0)

   ( J- Elen Nicholas )

   ( T- Bill Thurlow and Sam O’Malley )

  Has been knocking on the door for its third win for some weeks now and this looks very winnable, for a stable that continually presents its gallopers as winning chances

  Main Danger

  

  3 I Park  

  Indicative Odds: $ 3.80

  F: B0423   B(4)  W(59.0)

   ( J- Matthew Cameron )

   ( T- Lauren Brennan )

  Northern galloper that has the 'Ellerslie' form to recommend it as a strong chance. Matt Cameron travels south too and rides

  Next Best

  

  2 Roc Up Ralph  

  Indicative Odds: $ 7.50

  F: 12127   B(11)  W(59.5)

   ( J- George Rooke )

   ( T- Shaun & Emma Clotworthy )

  A few hurdle races have done this one no harm in terms of flat races and will find this easier than a competitive race, in a R75, last start

  Consider

  

  1 Joejoeccini  

  Indicative Odds: $ 7.00

  F: X7631   B(8)  W(60.0)

   ( J- Joe Doyle )

   ( T- Sam Mynott )

  Won a R65 for amateur riders last time so hard to know how it will measure up here. But there has been a flood of early money for it

  Longer Odds

  

  8 My Alibi  

  Indicative Odds: $ 16.00

  F: 7X146   B(5)  W(58.0)

   ( J- Liam Kauri )

   ( T- Matthew Eales )

  Up to the 2200m today and that could bring it into play

  Results

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  Race 3 - OTAKI TYRE REPAIRS PREMIER

  Time: 2:41 PM | Distance: 2100 m | Prize $ 65000
• Top Pick

  

  2 Just Charlie  

  Indicative Odds: $ 3.40

  F: 9X784   B(2)  W(59.5)

   ( J- Sarah O'Malley )

   ( T- Kevin Myers )

  Won a trial before a good run when resuming. from a short break, at Trentham 3 weeks ago. This field is much easier

  Main Danger

  

  3 Tisse  

  Indicative Odds: $ 2.60

  F: 65242   B(3)  W(59.0)

   ( J- Matthew Cameron )

   ( T- Allan Sharrock )

  Was the one to chase the punted on Notabadspillane at t Rapa two weeks ago, and that one looks to have a lot of ability. There were some good gallopers behind that day too

  Next Best

  

  7 Lostcause  

  Indicative Odds: $ 9.00

  F: 585X7   B(1)  W(55.5)

   ( J- Chris Dell )

   ( T- Jaimee-Lee Lupton )

  Although beaten over 4 lengths when resuming, the winner was far superior and this one not far off second. Rails draw and will have taken improvement

  Consider

  

  4 Identikit  

  Indicative Odds: $ 8.00

  F: 11876   B(5)  W(56.5)

   ( J- Amber Riddell )

   ( T- Lisa Latta )

  After winning a couple, it has been close up in recent runs. Amber Riddell is a good booking

  Longer Odds

  

  8 Flaneur  

  Indicative Odds: $ 7.00

  F: 18X55   B(4)  W(55.5)

   ( J- Kavish Chowdhoory )

   ( T- Pat Keegan )

  Note that this one is on the quick back up after running in an Open handicap just a week ago. Of even more interest is the fact it has been backed down from an opening $21

  Results

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  Race 4 - AQUASHIELD ROOFING PREMIER

  Time: 3:21 PM | Distance: 1200 m | Prize $ 65000
• Top Pick

  Best "Each Way"

  

  2 Trauma  

  Indicative Odds: $ 5.50

  F: 60261   B(4)  W(59.5)

   ( J- Sarah O'Malley )

   ( T- Kevin Myers )

  Not far behind Whiskey 'N Rye, two back, it progressed to win well on a Heavy9 at Hawera last week. Kevin Myers is a very astute trainer and has this one on the quick back up

  Main Danger

  

  9 Sperlari  

  Indicative Odds: $ 4.60

  F: 2713X   B(8)  W(57.0)

   ( J- Craig Grylls )

   ( T- Cody Cole )

  Showed good promise in 5 runs in its first campaign, including winning one, and now resumes after a 6 month spell. Will have matured and Craig Grylls rides

  Next Best

  

  3 Lucullan  

  Indicative Odds: $ 5.50

  F: X13X7   B(9)  W(59.0)

   ( J- Jonathan Riddell )

   ( T- Peter and Trent Didham )

  Surprisingly the favourite when resuming 3 weeks ago and although not far way, it had no chance against Whisky 'N Rye and co. Has won a trial since and fitter

  Consider

  

  1 Complex  

  Indicative Odds: $ 4.80

  F: 670X2   B(5)  W(60.0)

   ( J- Mereana Hudson )

   ( T- Ilone Kelly )

  Whisky 'N Rye is the formline for many in this race and it only beat this 7yo. So it has to go in

  Longer Odds

  

  11 Mermaid  

  Indicative Odds: $ 12.00

  F: 0500X   B(6)  W(55.5)

   ( J- Kate Hercock )

   ( T- Simon Wilson )

  First run for over two years and no trials, so considering it has been backed in from an opening $35, it has to be our 'odds player'

  Results

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  Race 5 - HARCOURTS OTAKI PREMIER

  Time: 3:58 PM | Distance: 1200 m | Prize $ 65000
• Top Pick

  

  7 Erin Go Bragh  

  Indicative Odds: $ 5.50

  F: X123X   B(9)  W(58.0)

   ( J- Wiremu Pinn )

   ( T- Stephen Marsh )

  This classy 4yo will have bigger fish to fry this campaign but is all class and trial form suggests it will be presented in winning condition.

  Main Danger

  

  2 Tolstoy  

  Indicative Odds: $ 5.00

  F: 13131   B(8)  W(59.5)

   ( J- Kate Hercock )

   ( T- Ilone Kelly )

  Incredibly honest 6yo and loves the Heavy. Obvious danger

  Next Best

  

  4 Jethro Tull  

  Indicative Odds: $ 5.00

  F: 32113   B(4)  W(58.5)

   ( J- Craig Grylls )

   ( T- Brent Gillovic )

  Down from the north and in top form. Well drawn with Craig Grylls up

  Consider

  

  12 Part Time Lover  

  Indicative Odds: $ 6.00

  F: 63213   B(14)  W(55.5)

   ( J- Samantha Collett )

   ( T- Cody Cole )

  Always take note when this trainer/jockey combination get together and would be rated higher but for the wide draw

  Longer Odds

  

  3 Cypress  

  Indicative Odds: $ 6.00

  F: 21153   B(7)  W(59.0)

   ( J- Liam Kauri )

   ( T- Kevin Myers )

  Capable sort trained by Kevin Myers. Just 1 1/2 lengths behind Honey Badger two weeks ago and meets that one on much better terms today

  Results

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  Race 6 - VETS ON RIVERBANK PREMIER

  Time: 4:32 PM | Distance: 1400 m | Prize $ 65000
• Top Pick

  The 'Day's Best'

  

  1 Im Bartholomew  

  Indicative Odds: $ 2.20

  F: 64X11   B(4)  W(60.0)

   ( J- Mereana Hudson )

   ( T- Tony Dravitzki )

  How impressive has this Australian import since arriving. With these Heavy tracks in its favour, looks a great chance to win again

  Main Danger

  

  3 Paddy The Farmer  

  Indicative Odds: $ 2.90

  F: 7X1   B(2)  W(58.5)

   ( J- Craig Grylls )

   ( T- Cody Cole )

  Just having its second start when resuming at Tauranga 10 days ago and has developed into a very good prospect. Rails draw and will be either first or second

  Next Best

  

  9 Legacy  

  Indicative Odds: $ 8.50

  F: 44X4   B(6)  W(55.0)

   ( J- Kelly Myers )

   ( T- Johno Benner )

  Obviously well considered at home as has been support for it in all 4 runs. Place looks best though

  Consider

  

  2 Dubai's Potiki  

  Indicative Odds: $ 3.10

  F: 272X1   B(5)  W(58.5)

   ( J- Liam Kauri )

   ( T- Chrissy Bambry )

  Handled the Heavy track conditions well to win when resuming here a month ago but this tougher

  Longer Odds

  

  6 Sweet Envy  

  Indicative Odds: $ 7.50

  F: 52X23   B(3)  W(55.0)

   ( J- Toni Davies )

   ( T- Josh Shaw )

  Third up today after running well in its last race. The form out of that has worked well

  Results

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  Race 7 - FASTINTERNET.NZ SPRING SPRINT (G3)

  Time: 5:07 PM | Distance: 1400 m | Prize $ 120000
• Top Pick

  

  1 Spencer  

  Indicative Odds: $ 4.60

  F: 96391   B(6)  W(59.0)

   ( J- Elen Nicholas )

   ( T- Erin Hocquard )

  A trainer that continues to have her best season ever, both with the jumpers as well as the flat. This is a talented galloper that loves the wet so any more rain will add to chances

  Main Danger

  

  11 Archaic Smile  

  Indicative Odds: $ 3.20

  F: 122X4   B(2)  W(53.0)

   ( J- Masa Hashizume )

   ( T- Hollie Wynyard )

  A winner of over $300k, this 4yo resumed in an Open and wasn't far away. Will have taken good improvement

  Next Best

  

  3 Turn The Ace  

  Indicative Odds: $ 9.50

  F: 20X62   B(1)  W(56.0)

   ( J- Matthew Cameron )

   ( T- Suzy Gordon )

  Has ground to make up on The Scunner from last start but Matt Cameron takes over today and adds a lot of value

  Consider

  

  10 The Scunner  

  Indicative Odds: $ 5.50

  F: 301X1   B(4)  W(53.0)

   ( J- Samantha Collett )

   ( T- Ashley Meadows )

  Absolutely bolted in when resuming with this senior jockey up and she has been handed the rains again. Has a good strike rate of 5 wins from just 13 runs

  Longer Odds

  Best "Roughie"

  

  8 Bourbon Empress  

  Indicative Odds: $ 9.00

  F: 0X67X   B(11)  W(53.0)

   ( J- George Rooke )

   ( T- Stephen Marsh )

  5yo resuming from the Stephen Marsh stable after trials to prepare. Might not be far away

  Results

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  Race 8 - NEW WORLD OTAKI PREMIER

  Time: 5:43 PM | Distance: 1600 m | Prize $ 65000
• Top Pick

  

  6 Atmospheric  

  Indicative Odds: $ 3.80

  F: 314X4   B(8)  W(56.5)

   ( J- Samantha Collett )

   ( T- Cody Cole )

  Will be looking for further but at this stage it is up to winning a race over 1600m. We liked the way it went to the line when resuming a month ago

  Main Danger

  

  3 Ma Te Wa  

  Indicative Odds: $ 3.40

  F: X1121   B(11)  W(60.0)

   ( J- Sima Mxothwa )

   ( T- Robbie Patterson )

  The 3 wins from 5 starts are testimony to the ability this 4yo owns. It should go well in its first run up to 1600m but the wide gate might find it out

  Next Best

  

  11 Monologue  

  Indicative Odds: $ 4.40

  F: 30X31   B(3)  W(54.5)

   ( J- Joe Doyle )

   ( T- Alexander Fieldes )

  Up to R75 after a very impressive performance to circle the whole field in the straight at Trentham last time, winning by an easy 3 1/2 lengths. This will give us an indication of its real ability

  Consider

  

  8 Tenfoot Tall  

  Indicative Odds: $ 4.40

  F: 31210   B(6)  W(55.0)

   ( J- Craig Grylls )

   ( T- Vicki Prendergast )

  Don't judge on its 12th placing last time at Ellerslie, as not only did it come out of gate 17 on that occasion, it was in fact only 5 1/2 lengths from the winner

  Longer Odds

  

  10 Loch Katrine  

  Indicative Odds: $ 7.50

  F: 03250   B(7)  W(54.5)

   ( J- George Rooke )

   ( T- Stephen Autridge )

  Won a trial before its last run. That run was in a decent field and might show it to be a pretty good effort

  Results

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  Race 9 - CAVALLO FARMS & CHRIS RUTTEN BLOODSTOCK PREMIER

  Time: 6:23 PM | Distance: 1600 m | Prize $ 65000
• Top Pick

  

  4 Intoxicated  

  Indicative Odds: $ 4.00

  F: 42521   B(2)  W(58.5)

   ( J- Craig Grylls )

   ( T- Stephen Marsh )

  Having signalled its ability in running second in four of its 5 previous starts, it was no surprise to see this 4yo break through for its maiden win up north 10 days ago. Handles the Heavy and sure to be in the finish

  Main Danger

  

  9 Sacred Zed  

  Indicative Odds: $ 3.00

  F: 78632   B(6)  W(57.5)

   ( J- Sarah O'Malley )

   ( T- Kevin Myers )

  after its maiden win, its trainer suggested it would be rising through the grades. Ultimately relocated to the Kevin Myers stable and he is nurturing that ability

  Next Best

  

  10 Itoje  

  Indicative Odds: $ 4.80

  F: 15X62   B(1)  W(57.0)

   ( J- Madan Singh )

   ( T- Ilone Kelly )

  Monologue was a dominant winner over this one at Trentham last start but it had the others beaten in the race. It could ultimately be seen that that the winner is a bit special

  Consider

  

  5 Rogue Romance  

  Indicative Odds: $ 7.50

  F: 1136X   B(6)  W(58.0)

   ( J- Amber Riddell )

   ( T- Lisa Latta )

  Showed itself to have a lot of potential last campaign. Resumes after a 5 month spell and we might see it in the winners enclosure a few times this time up

  Longer Odds

  

  11 Helluvah Return  

  Indicative Odds: $ 12.00

  F: 42697   B(4)  W(56.5)

   ( J- Joe Doyle )

   ( T- Gary Vile )

  We've seen Joe Doyle bring the best out of a lot of gallopers in the past and this could prove to be another

  Results