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Race 1 - MID WINTER CHRISTMAS RACES 25 JUNE MAIDEN
Time: 12:17 PM | Distance: 1200 m | Prize $ 12000
Top Pick
6 Catalina Bay
Dividend : $3.30, $1.30
Won
F: 37B(1)W(56.5)
( J-Michael McNab )
( T-M & M Pitman )
But for slow starts would have cleared maidens by now. Note Pitman's have put top jock Michael McNab on and from inside gate, we think it wins
Main Danger
1 Goose Bay
Dividend : $1.10
Place
F: 4X00XB(2)W(58.5)
( J-Lisa Allpress )
( T-Lance Robinson )
First race in just on a year and has trialled well for return. On pace runner and Lisa will give every chance
Next Best
4 Jamieson's Tipple
F: X0706B(4)W(58.5)
( J-Krishna Mudhoo )
( T-Ashley Frye )
Showed ability two seasons ago when runner up twice. Indications last start that was getting back to that form
Consider
8 Lightning Ridge
F: 97778B(6)W(56.5)
( J-Chris Carmine )
( T-Paul Harris )
8th in first run on synthetic but only beaten 2.8l. Worth including to boost exotics
Longer Odds
10 My Degree
Dividend : $2.20
Place
F: 975B(3)W(53.5)
( J-Megan Taylor )
( T-J & K Parsons )
Best run in career last time at third start. Finishing to effect when checked and would have been closer
Betting Suggestions
Multi's
Boxed Tri's and FF's
1, 4, 6, 8, 10
RETURNS - $20 STAKE
Boxed Trifecta % Bet = 33%
Boxed First Four % Bet = 16%
Results
Race Dividends
Win 6 $ 3.30
Place1 6 $ 1.30
Place2 1 $ 1.10
Place3 10 $ 2.20
Quinella 1:6 $ 2.80
Trifecta 6:1:10 $ 28.80
First4 F4 6:1:10:4 $ 61.00
Quaddie 6 $ 233.40
Race 2 - NZB NATIONAL WEANLING SALE KARAKA 17 JUNE 3YO
Time: 12:52 PM | Distance: 1200 m | Prize $ 12000
Top Pick
1 Justanace
Dividend : $1.40
Place
F: 87241B(2)W(58.5)
( J-Michael McNab )
( T-M & M Pitman )
This one was slow from wide draw here two weeks ago but finished strongly and won comfortably. Drawn 2 this time and well placed with McNab on board to go back to back
Main Danger
2 Usurer
F: 36793B(4)W(57.5)
( J-Lee Callaway )
( T-Amanda Higgins )
Ex northerner now close to a win here. Just over 2l behind our Top pick last time and looks the likely threat again
Next Best
7 Show Me Champagne
Dividend : $4.40, $2.20
Won
F: 96560B(1)W(55.5)
( J-Kylie Williams )
( T-M & M Pitman )
Showed signs of improved form two back but disappointed when switched back to the turf last start. Pitman's runner that has to be rated with rails draw
Consider
4 June Bug
F: X4001B(3)W(56.5)
( J-Megan Taylor )
( T-Meg Cunneen )
Back to R65 last time at Wingatui and showed improved form to win with a strong finish. Repeat of that sees it in the money but first run on synthetic
Longer Odds
3 Belasard
F: 010X0B(5)W(57.5)
( J-Diego Montes de Oca )
( T-M & M Pitman )
Another Pitman runner that was tried against best 3yo's last campaign. Suggests it has a good reputation and will have improved from first run back
Betting Suggestions
Multi's
Boxed Tri's and FF's
1, 2, 3, 4, 7
RETURNS - $20 STAKE
Boxed Trifecta % Bet = 33%
Boxed First Four % Bet = 16%
Results
Race Dividends
Win 7 $ 4.40
Place1 7 $ 2.20
Place2 1 $ 1.40
Quinella 1:7 $ 4.10
Trifecta 7:1:5 $ 98.90
First4 F4 7:1:5:4 $ 289.60
Double 7 $ 11.60
Treble 7 $ 94.00
Quaddie 6 $ 233.40
Race 3 - GRAND NATIONAL FESTIVAL TICKETS ON SALE NOW MDN
Time: 1:27 PM | Distance: 1400 m | Prize $ 12000
Top Pick
1 Choisia Prince
Dividend : $1.10, $1.00
Won
F: 2X32B(2)W(58.5)
( J-Lisa Allpress )
( T-Fraser Auret )
Auret runner down from the north that was only just caught last time at Otaki. That would appear to be better form than most here and with good draw and Lisa on the reins, looks likely to be the third 'toppie' to win from 3 races
Main Danger
5 Brancaster Bomber
F: NoneB(3)W(58.5)
( J-Wesley Papier )
( T-Hargreaves/Murfitt )
Impressed in recent trial win and expected to run well on debut
Next Best
2 Easyrider
F: 68942B(5)W(58.5)
( J-Michael McNab )
( T-M & M Pitman )
Pitman runner that has been well tried with25 runs to date and yet to win. Has placed a number of times, including a fair run for second on the turf here last time
Consider
3 Devil In Disguise
Dividend : $3.60
Place
F: 4B(1)W(58.5)
( J-Courtney Barnes )
( T-Lance Robinson )
Exceeded expectations here on debut 4 weeks ago when finishing well to finish just in behind the placegetters. Takes improvement and has rails draw
Longer Odds
7 Beauty's Secret
Dividend : $4.10
Place
F: 05X30B(6)W(56.5)
( J-Lee Callaway )
( T-Paul Harris )
Terrific run for 3rd when resuming and trying synthetic two weeks ago. Forget subsequent run on turf and give another chance
Betting Suggestions
Multi's
Boxed Tri's and FF's
1, 2, 3, 5, 7
RETURNS - $20 STAKE
Boxed Trifecta % Bet = 33%
Boxed First Four % Bet = 16%
Results
Race Dividends
Win 1 $ 1.10
Place1 1 $ 1.00
Place2 3 $ 3.60
Place3 7 $ 4.10
Quinella 1:3 $ 8.50
Trifecta 1:3:7 $ 129.10
First4 F4 1:3:7:8 $ 664.30
Double 7 $ 11.60
Treble 7 $ 94.00
Quaddie 6 $ 233.40
Race 4 - RICCARTON PARK FUNCTION CENTRE OPEN HANDICAP
Time: 2:02 PM | Distance: 1400 m | Prize $ 15000
Top Pick
The 'Day's Best'
6 Virtuoso Lad
Dividend : $1.40
Place
F: 44110B(5)W(54.0)
( J-Lisa Allpress )
( T-Karen Fursdon )
After two impressive wins on the synthetic over 1200m, disappointed last time over 1400m when slow away and never in the race. too good to discount and with Lisa Allpress taking the reins, we expect to see it return to the winners circle
Main Danger
1 Green Luck
Dividend : $6.10, $2.00
Won
F: 3210XB(1)W(62.0)
( J-Michael McNab )
( T-Paul Harris )
Ex Aussie galloper that was good enough to win 6 in Hong Kong. Last race there a year ago but has trialed well for resumption and Paul Harris has big targets this campaign
Next Best
2 King Cougar
F: 43305B(7)W(54.0)
( J-Kylie Williams )
( T-Steve Tyler )
Quality galloper that can't be underestimated. Over raced on first run on synthetic here two weeks ago and will be a better proposition this time
Consider
3 Neon Moon
Dividend : $1.60
Place
F: 10981B(6)W(54.0)
( J-Megan Taylor )
( T-J & K Parsons )
Surprise winner in a good field here two weeks ago. Placed in all 3 starts on track and will be coming strongly again
Longer Odds
5 Meara Mary
F: 50190B(3)W(54.0)
( J-Chris Johnson )
( T-M & M Pitman )
Pitman runner with Chris Johnson to assist. Debut on synthetic but has won trial here. Better than current form
Betting Suggestions
Quaddies
R4
(6) Virtuoso Lad
(1) Green Luck
(2) King Cougar
R5
(6) Sweet Virginia
(1) Lincoln Lane
R6
(2) Platinum Petals
(4) Little Wing
(1) Da Vinci Girl
Debuted in a strong maiden at Timaru last month and was finishing nicely when checked. Pitman/McNab combination again and big chance to add to what looks like a good day for them
Main Danger
6 Sweet Virginia
F: 0340XB(10)W(56.5)
( J-Lisa Allpress )
( T-L & R Didham )
Raced in Austtralia before moving up north last season. This it's first run down south but booking of Lisa Allpress gets our attention
Next Best
1 Lincoln Lane
F: 55662B(11)W(58.5)
( J-Chris Johnson )
( T-Michael House )
Runner up but well beaten last time. Chris Johnson remains on board and its placings to date suggest it has more ability than most here
Consider
5 Baby Cheeses
F: 50044B(6)W(56.5)
( J-Diego Montes de Oca )
( T-McKay/Harrington )
Likes to lead and if it can get a more economical run could well place here
Longer Odds
9 Royal Khan
F: 58850B(4)W(56.5)
( J-Lee Callaway )
( T-Paul Harris )
Forget run on Sunday in terrible track conditions. Quick back up a good sign and first run on synthetic
Betting Suggestions
Multi's
Boxed Tri's and FF's
1, 4, 5, 6, 9
RETURNS - $20 STAKE
Boxed Trifecta % Bet = 33%
Boxed First Four % Bet = 16%
Results
Race Dividends
Win 4 $ 2.50
Place1 4 $ 1.40
Place2 2 $ 5.80
Place3 12 $ 3.50
Quinella 2:4 $ 30.90
Trifecta 4:2:12 $ 434.80
First4 F4 4:2:12:3 $ 2515.90
Double 1 $ 17.30
Treble 4+ $ 311.30
Quaddie 1 $ 2582.60
Race 6 - NZB INSURANCE PEARL SERIES RACE
Time: 3:11 PM | Distance: 1600 m | Prize $ 12000
Top Pick
Best "Each Way"
2 Platinum Petals
F: 50X91B(7)W(59.0)
( J-Chris Johnson )
( T-Michael House )
Had to be impressed with debut run on synthetic, Chris Johnson bringing it home wide out. Can back up in what looks like an easier field
Main Danger
4 Little Wing
Dividend : $1.20
Place
F: 20X73B(2)W(58.5)
( J-Michael McNab )
( T-Fraser Auret )
Auret runner down from north and has McNab booked. 4l behind promising Winnie Rose at Whanganui last month and that is good form
Next Best
7 Lady Modena
F: 90X23B(8)W(57.5)
( J-Rohan Mudhoo )
( T-Mike McCann )
Nice run for third behind our Top Pick last time and looked like it would take improvement from that
Consider
3 La Cofradia
Dividend : $1.60
Place
F: X1483B(1)W(58.5)
( J-Lisa Allpress )
( T-Andrew Carston )
First run at 1600m last time and went OK. With Lisa up now and handy draw for good run, not out of it
Longer Odds
1 Da Vinci Girl
Dividend : $14.80, $2.90
Won
F: 05007B(5)W(59.0)
( J-Diego Montes de Oca )
( T-M & M Pitman )
Pitman runner that nearly caused a boilover in first run on synthetic here two weeks ago, coming to challenge when checked. Not out of this
Betting Suggestions
Multi's
Boxed Tri's and FF's
1, 2, 3, 4, 7
RETURNS - $20 STAKE
Boxed Trifecta % Bet = 33%
Boxed First Four % Bet = 16%
Results
Race Dividends
Win 1 $ 14.80
Place1 1 $ 2.90
Place2 4 $ 1.20
Place3 3 $ 1.60
Quinella 1:4 $ 12.20
Trifecta 1:4:3 $ 147.20
First4 F4 1:4:3:2 $ 635.60
Double 1 $ 86.50
Treble 4+ $ 311.30
Quaddie 1 $ 2582.60
Race 7 - RACECOURSE HOTEL & MOTOR LODGE
Time: 3:44 PM | Distance: 1200 m | Prize $ 12000
Top Pick
3 Twin Shot
F: 007X0B(6)W(59.0)
( J-Michael McNab )
( T-M & M Pitman )
Was well fancied when resuming here but had a chequered run and wasn't persevered with. Like the booking of Michael McNab for the Pitman's and odds look attractive
Main Danger
7 Fame Shines
F: 86836B(9)W(57.0)
( J-Lee Callaway )
( T-Paul Harris )
Not beaten far in an Open handicap here two weeks ago when seen finishing to great effect. Previous run on synthetic was good too and looks likely to get some of the stake money here
Next Best
5 Masque
F: 69X55B(2)W(57.5)
( J-Diego Montes de Oca )
( T-M & M Pitman )
Long time since a win but is a galloper that has a lot of ability and never far away.
Consider
6 Our Rosette
Dividend : $2.10
Place
F: 03322B(1)W(57.0)
( J-Kylie Williams )
( T-M & M Pitman )
Been running tremendously well and beaten by a handy one here last start. Our Top Pick was in behind. With rails draw will get a good run on the pace and won't be far away
Longer Odds
Best "Roughie"
12 A Little Vague
F: 3660XB(4)W(55.0)
( J-Courtney Barnes )
( T-Centaine Spittles )
Excellent fresh up record and nice draw. Looks the odds player
