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Can't fault its performances in three career runs to date and was just 2 lengths behind Swiss Prince, 4 weeks ago. That's looking pretty good now
Main Danger
10 Staphani
Dividend : $10.80, $2.80
Won
F:B(4)W(55.0)
( J-Vinnie Colgan )
( T-Ross McCarroll )
On debut and has looked the part at the trials, winning one of three. Experienced jockey rides
Next Best
11 Sovrana
F: 8B(9)W(55.0)
( J-Warren Kennedy )
( T-Shaune Ritchie & Colm Murray )
Exceeded expectations on debut at Ellerslie 3 weeks ago and will be better for the experience. Wide draw to overcome
Consider
5 Curzon Park
F: X4552B(3)W(57.0)
( J-Sam McNab )
( T-Graham Richardson & Rogan Norvall )
Three seconds to date put it in the best four chances here
Longer Odds
9 Beabopalula
Dividend : $2.80
Place
F: 9933B(6)W(55.0)
( J-Rihaan Goyaram )
( T-Andrew Forsman )
Is showing itself to be capable of winning and the travelling tends to stimulate them
Results
Race Dividends
Win 10 $ 10.80
Place1 10 $ 2.80
Place2 9 $ 2.80
Place3 3 $ 6.40
Quinella 9:10 $ 56.60
Trifecta 10:9:3 $ 1515.80
First4 10:9:3:5 $ 8679.50
Race 2 - O'CONNOR WARREN INSURANCE BROKERS MAIDEN 2100
Time: 1:00 PM | Distance: 2100 m | Prize $ 25000
Top Pick
2 Air Dancer
F: 0X835B(6)W(58.5)
( J-Wiremu Pinn )
( T-Clinton Isdale )
Made a good fist of its first run at 2100m last week and now on the quick back up. Wiremu Pinn now takes over the reins
Main Danger
8 Abeecee
F: 93074B(4)W(56.5)
( J-Darren Danis )
( T-Emma Faber )
This one looks a real chance. Was 3/4 length ahead of Air Dancer in its last start, despite being slow away
Next Best
9 Zacabasso
Dividend : $3.80, $1.50
Won
F: X3485B(1)W(56.5)
( J-Warren Kennedy )
( T-Graham Richardson & Rogan Norvall )
Has gone better since running on the Soft tracks and now steps up to 2100m for the first time. Rails draw
Consider
1 Our Shocks
Dividend : $1.90
Place
F: 32205B(5)W(58.5)
( J-Vinnie Colgan )
( T-Gavin Opie )
Interesting to note the change of jockey here, after it ran so well last time. Looks likely to find the step up to middle distance to its advantage
Longer Odds
6 Sarracina
F: 79025B(2)W(56.5)
( J-Jasmine Fawcett )
( T-Team Rogerson )
Jasmine Fawcett seems to be a bit underrated but she is riding with such confidence these days
Results
Race Dividends
Win 9 $ 3.80
Place1 9 $ 1.50
Place2 1 $ 1.90
Place3 4 $ 4.90
Quinella 1:9 $ 9.50
Trifecta 9:1:4 $ 379.70
First4 9:1:4:2 $ 1287.10
Double 10:9 $ 22.70
Race 3 - LASER PLUMBLING WAIHI BEACH 3YO
Time: 1:35 PM | Distance: 1400 m | Prize $ 40000
Top Pick
The 'Day's Best'
2 Happy Youmzain
Dividend : $1.40
Place
F: 4X146B(1)W(57.0)
( J-Sam McNab )
( T-Tony Pike )
Rory Hutchings said Tony Pike was considering sending this one to Riccarton today, but has clearly changed his mind in preference for this. It was finishing on well last time. Rails draw
Main Danger
8 Avantaggia
F: 41B(8)W(55.0)
( J-Vinnie Colgan )
( T-Mark Walker & Sam Bergerson )
Clearly a big chance considering it won two trials before running 4th to Well written when on debut. Won maiden last time and plenty of upside
Next Best
6 Yamato Satona
Dividend : $1.90
Place
F: 1B(3)W(57.0)
( J-Triston Moodley )
( T-Lance O'Sullivan & Andrew Scott )
So, so impressive on debut, showing a nice turn of foot in the Heavy. We'll see if it is as effective on this better track today
Consider
5 Sweet Ice
F: 166X4B(9)W(57.0)
( J-Warren Kennedy )
( T-David Greene )
Not far away in a stakes race last time. Don't expect it to be winning but you might want it in your multis
Longer Odds
10 Rising Star
Dividend : $9.90, $2.20
Won
F: 35X81B(6)W(55.0)
( J-Darren Danis )
( T-Tim & Margaret Carter )
Much improved this campaign and looks better than the other 'roughies' in this
Results
Race Dividends
Win 10 $ 9.90
Place1 10 $ 2.20
Place2 6 $ 1.90
Place3 2 $ 1.40
Quinella 6:10 $ 27.40
Trifecta 10:6:2 $ 180.60
First4 10:6:2:8 $ 394.00
Race 4 - STONEWOOD HOMES 1200
Time: 2:10 PM | Distance: 1200 m | Prize $ 40000
Top Pick
11 Mesa Verde
F: 8X30XB(3)W(56.5)
( J-Sam McNab )
( T-Cody Cole )
6yo that showed it owns its share of ability last campaign and, knowing this trainer, will be fit for a big run fresh up today
Main Danger
9 Bellarista
Dividend : $1.30
Place
F: 603X2B(5)W(57.0)
( J-Erin Leighton )
( T-Stephen Marsh )
This could well b e another winner for the in-form Stephen Marsh stable. Went close when resuming in the Heavy last time and, if its previous form is anything to go by, will be better suited to today's Soft track
Next Best
4 When Stars Align
Dividend : $8.90, $2.20
Won
F: X240XB(6)W(59.0)
( J-Corentin Berge )
( T-Mark Walker & Sam Bergerson )
Te Akau runner resuming. It goes alright so thought it might have won more than just the one race by now
Consider
1 Butterfield
F: 3320XB(7)W(59.5)
( J-Jasmine Fawcett )
( T-Patrick McCarten )
Resuming and has seen early money. That's a good sign and needs to be considered
Longer Odds
5 Lough Eske
Dividend : $2.40
Place
F: 197XB(2)W(58.0)
( J-Vinnie Colgan )
( T-Ben & Ryan Foote )
Australian import that had just the 3 runs over there, winning one. Has been well trialled and sure to be ready to run a strong race on NZ debut
Results
Race Dividends
Win 4 $ 8.90
Place1 4 $ 2.20
Place2 9 $ 1.30
Place3 5 $ 2.40
Quinella 4:9 $ 9.90
Trifecta 4:9:5 $ 139.70
First4 4:9:5:1 $ 591.00
Double 10:4 $ 41.40
Treble 9:10:4 $ 331.00
Race 5 - TAURANGA HARDWARE & PLUMBING 1200
Time: 2:43 PM | Distance: 1200 m | Prize $ 40000
Top Pick
2 Kitty Flash
Dividend : $1.60
Place
F: 720X1B(6)W(59.5)
( J-Rihaan Goyaram )
( T-Andrew Forsman )
Andrew Forsman has a smart mare on his hands here and, after winning a trial to prepare, held them at bay nicely when returning from a spell here two weeks ago. Fitter now too
Main Danger
6 Sako
F: 290X5B(5)W(58.0)
( J-Erin Leighton )
( T-Stephen Marsh )
Well performed Stephen Marsh 5yo that wasn't far away when resuming here two weeks ago. Plenty of early interest in the market
Next Best
11 Romilly
F: 6214XB(12)W(56.0)
( J-Lynsey Satherley )
( T-Graham Richardson & Rogan Norvall )
Has shown a bit of ability in the past and now a 4yo, will be a lot more developed. Resuming
Consider
4 Perfect Dividends
F: 2122XB(9)W(59.0)
( J-Jasmine Fawcett )
( T-J & R Vance )
First run since April and very consistent last campaign, so sure to run well fresh up
Longer Odds
Best "Roughie"
12 Charmrose
Dividend : $8.70, $2.60
Won
F: 226X1B(4)W(55.0)
( J-Wiremu Pinn )
( T-Mark Walker & Sam Bergerson )
Came off a winning trial to greet the judge in a R65 4 weeks ago. Well drawn and Wiremu Pinn now on the reins
Results
Race Dividends
Win 12 $ 8.70
Place1 12 $ 2.60
Place2 2 $ 1.60
Place3 17 $ 4.20
Quinella 2:12 $ 10.10
Trifecta 12:2:17 $ 285.90
First4 12:2:17:6 $ 1950.10
Race 6 - HAPPY HIRE CUP HANDICAP
Time: 3:18 PM | Distance: 1400 m | Prize $ 50000
Top Pick
4 Mary Shan
Dividend : $6.50, $1.50
Won
F: 20X17B(2)W(57.5)
( J-Wiremu Pinn )
( T-Andrew Forsman )
While it won fresh up on a Heavy track in August, it is equally adept on a Soft track. Has been freshened and is a very smart mare
Main Danger
5 You Say D'Orsay
Dividend : $1.30
Place
F: 125X3B(5)W(57.0)
( J-Corentin Berge )
( T-Chris Wood )
Favourite today on the back of a good run here when resuming. Has an extra 200m to travel today though. This French jockey is now getting to know the NZ racing style and winning
Next Best
6 Leroy Brown
F: 50026B(3)W(54.5)
( J-Joe Nishizuka )
( T-Stephen Ralph )
Second to Hinekaha two back and that one franked the form when winning well at Waverley yesterday
Consider
7 Outovstock
F: 400X0B(1)W(54.5)
( J-Rihaan Goyaram )
( T-Chad Ormsby )
First run for a month and this trainer will have it well tuned up
Longer Odds
2 Gospodin
Dividend : $2.60
Place
F: 56355B(4)W(58.5)
( J-Triston Moodley )
( T-Jim Pender )
This was has a lot of ability on its day and won't lack for pace in this lineup
Results
Race Dividends
Win 4 $ 6.50
Place1 4 $ 1.50
Place2 2 $ 2.60
Place3 5 $ 1.30
Quinella 2:4 $ 35.50
Trifecta 4:2:5 $ 163.00
First4 4:2:5:6 $ 346.10
Double 12:4 $ 17.90
Race 7 - GARTSHORE CONSTRUCTION TAURANGA STAKES (G2)
Time: 4:27 PM | Distance: 1530 m | Prize $ 150000
Top Pick
4 Khafre
Dividend : $2.40
Place
F: 1X905B(4)W(59.0)
( J-Jasmine Fawcett )
( T-Ralph Manning )
At massive odds at Ellerslie two weeks ago but ran a much improved race to finish in behind the placegetters. Scratched at Waverley yesterday in preference for this
Main Danger
2 Agera
Dividend : $4.30, $1.70
Won
F: 61411B(3)W(59.0)
( J-Sam McNab )
( T-Tony Pike )
Has been well placed by Tony Pike to pick up a couple of Opens and is now on a hattrick. Sure to be in the mix on current form
Next Best
3 Meaningful Star
Dividend : $1.90
Place
F: 0X082B(5)W(59.0)
( J-Chris Dell )
( T-Bruce Wallace & Grant Cooksley )
Classy galloper and returned to form last time. This tall jockey takes the reins for the first time and that might produce the desired result
Consider
1 Ladies Man
F: X3539B(2)W(59.0)
( J-Ryan Elliot )
( T-Allan Sharrock )
Surprisingly, has never won on a Soft track. Too good to leave out of your reckoning though
Longer Odds
5 Mali Ston
F: X0560B(1)W(59.0)
( J-Lynsey Satherley )
( T-Darryn & Briar Weatherley )
Trainers have two in the race and we like this one's chances the best. Has to be held up for the final run and Lyndsay Satherley might well get it just right
Results
Race Dividends
Win 2 $ 4.30
Place1 2 $ 1.70
Place2 3 $ 1.90
Place3 4 $ 2.40
Quinella 2:3 $ 13.10
Trifecta 2:3:4 $ 105.10
First4 2:3:4:1 $ 272.70
Race 8 - DEVAN PLASTICS 1600
Time: 5:02 PM | Distance: 1530 m | Prize $ 40000
Top Pick
Best "Each Way"
5 Crackercol
Dividend : $6.90, $2.10
Won
F: 66421B(6)W(58.5)
( J-Warren Kennedy )
( T-Lance O'Sullivan & Andrew Scott )
Top stable have this well bred 4yo progressing in the right direction and we like its chances of going back to back, with Warren Kennedy in the saddle today
Main Danger
6 Happy Venture
F: 650X1B(3)W(58.5)
( J-Jasmine Fawcett )
( T-Cliff Goss )
Returned from a spell here two weeks ago and fought hard to the line to win in a photo finish. Fitter for that run and Jasmine will give it every chance on the pace from gate 4
Next Best
1 Top Shelf
Dividend : $1.70
Place
F: 12X23B(8)W(61.0)
( J-Wiremu Pinn )
( T-Mark Walker & Sam Bergerson )
Very promising and has plenty of improvement to come, given its only had the 5 races. Has been within a length of the winner in both runs this campaign, but drawn wide today
Consider
12 Victorious Warrior
F: 140X7B(1)W(56.5)
( J-Lynsey Satherley )
( T-Dean Wiles )
Will be improved for its run here two weeks ago, when over a distance too short for it. More of a chance over this 1600m
Longer Odds
15 Just A Tipple
F: 20007B(10)W(57.0)
( J-Niranjan Parmar )
( T-Gavin Opie )
Hasn't been far away, although not threatening, in recent races and will appreciate the Soft track conditions here today