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Te Akau runner down from the north and will find this easier. Warren Kennedy will ensure it gets every chance
Next Best
6 Aequalis
Dividend : $10.90, $3.50
Won
F: 20035B(7)W(56.5)
( J-Kendra Bakker )
( T-Kezia Murphy )
Has the experience of the middle distance trip and with the 4kg claim, might be hard to pull back if left to run along in front
Consider
1 Litigator
Dividend : $1.90
Place
F: 0X374B(9)W(58.5)
( J-Tina Comignaghi )
( T-Ross Beckett )
Looked likely to break maidens when it ran well for third on resuming three starts back. But hasn't done much in last two and maybe the booking of Tina can improve things
Longer Odds
8 Iff I Get Paaid
F: 06764B(2)W(56.5)
( J-Akshay Balloo )
( T-Kimberley Hodgson )
The EW odds look generous here, after a nice run to finish just off the winner last time
Betting Suggestions
Multi's
Boxed Tri's and FF's
1, 6, 8, 10, 13
RETURNS - $20 STAKE
Boxed Trifecta % Bet = 33%
Boxed First Four % Bet = 16%
Results
Race Dividends
Win 6 $ 10.90
Place1 6 $ 3.50
Place2 1 $ 1.90
Place3 10 $ 1.60
Quinella 1:6 $ 26.20
Trifecta 6:1:10 $ 165.80
First4 F4 6:1:10:5 $ 3360.30
Double 6 $ 14.30
Quaddie 6 $ 4081.80
Race 2 - FORD CONTRACTING
Time: 12:56 PM | Distance: 1400 m | Prize $ 18500
Top Pick
7 Quintabelle
Dividend : $2.50, $1.30
Won
F: 04170B(2)W(55.5)
( J-Warren Kennedy )
( T-Kennedy/Furlong )
There is no substitute for quality and this one has a bit of that, being not too far of the placegetters in the 1000 Guineas last start. Freshened and with Warren Kennedy taking over the reins, can manage the drop back to 1400m in a R65
Main Danger
2 Sauvage
F: X4601B(4)W(58.5)
( J-Corey Campbell )
( T-S & M Smith )
Got home at just the seventh time of asking at Ashburton before Christmas, coming fast late. Will improve confidence and Corey Campbell is riding at the top of his game right now
Next Best
8 Abit Sassy
F: 92358B(3)W(55.0)
( J-Denby-Rose Tait )
( T-Ross Beckett )
Promising return from spell when finishing fast late 6 weeks ago and excusing last run. Nice draw, good apprentice and claim gives it every chance
Consider
1 Deep Beauty
F: 36600B(9)W(60.0)
( J-Ngakau Hailey )
( T-Lyn Prendergast )
Drops back to R65 and gets the 3kg allowance, in what will be its easiest run for a while
Longer Odds
9 Dancing Sands
F: 73444B(11)W(54.5)
( J-Kylie Williams )
( T-Nayton Mitchell )
Ex northerner that should be ready to contest races in this grade now. Kylie Williams sticks
Betting Suggestions
Multi's
Boxed Tri's and FF's
1, 2, 7, 8, 9
RETURNS - $20 STAKE
Boxed Trifecta % Bet = 33%
Boxed First Four % Bet = 16%
Results
Race Dividends
Win 7 $ 2.50
Place1 7 $ 1.30
Place2 3 $ 1.80
Place3 4 $ 7.50
Quinella 3:7 $ 5.60
Trifecta 7:3:4 $ 150.50
First4 F4 7:3:4:10 $ 1307.00
Double 6 $ 14.30
Treble 7+ $ 279.40
Quaddie 6 $ 4081.80
Race 3 - LEGENDS IN CONCERT CHRISTCHURCH 29 JANUARY
Time: 1:32 PM | Distance: 1200 m | Prize $ 18500
Top Pick
4 Valorious
F: 17B(2)W(57.5)
( J-Warren Kennedy )
( T-Walker/Bergerson )
Patiently prepared out of the Te Akau stable before debut down south and led and won as it liked. Stepped up in class in subsequent run and struggled in the heavy too. With winning jockey Warren Kennedy back on the reins, can get back into the winners enclosure here
Main Danger
8 Kith 'n' Kin
F: 7X177B(10)W(56.5)
( J-Ulrika Holmquist )
( T-Walker/Bergerson )
Another Te Akau runner and it did well to finish where it did after being last away at Te Rapa prior to Christmas. Good rider brings claim
Next Best
12 Warning Signal
Dividend : $5.00, $2.10
Won
F: 63610B(13)W(55.5)
( J-Leah Hemi )
( T-Kennedy/Furlong )
Forget last run when at the Cup meeting against the likes of Molly Bloom and co. Impressive winning maiden at only fourth start prior and and up to winning this. although wide draw does it no favours
Consider
6 Delphillius
F: 165X7B(3)W(56.5)
( J-Kendra Bakker )
( T-Lance Robinson )
Will come on for resuming run but goes in by way of inside draw, with many of the favoured runners drawn so wide
Longer Odds
2 Berbizier
F: 40033B(4)W(59.5)
( J-Corey Campbell )
( T-Rae/Williams )
This one looks the odds player, having run well for third 9 days ago. Corey is riding full of confidence
Betting Suggestions
Multi's
Boxed Tri's and FF's
2, 4, 6, 8, 12
RETURNS - $20 STAKE
Boxed Trifecta % Bet = 33%
Boxed First Four % Bet = 16%
Results
Race Dividends
Win 12 $ 5.00
Place1 12 $ 2.10
Place2 5 $ 3.70
Place3 9 $ 9.60
Quinella 5:12 $ 36.90
Trifecta 12:5:9 $ 1875.80
First4 F4 12:5:9:1 $ 3439.70
Double 12 $ 53.20
Treble 7+ $ 279.40
Quaddie 6 $ 4081.80
Race 4 - KARAKA 2024
Time: 2:07 PM | Distance: 1400 m | Prize $ 18500
Top Pick
3 Sorcha
F: 72533B(5)W(55.0)
( J-Warren Kennedy )
( T-Walker/Bergerson )
Small field and this looks like a good chance for this Te Akau runner. Two lengths behind Mystic Park at Timaru after Christmas and that one would be a very warm favourite here. Warren Kennedy back on board today too
Main Danger
5 Royal Wings
F: 016X1B(4)W(54.5)
( J-Kendra Bakker )
( T-Kezia Murphy )
Shock winner when resuming at Kurow after 21 months off the track! Apprent5ice brings 4 kg claim again and will be out to show it was a genuine performance
Next Best
6 Ayreon
Dividend : $1.60
Place
F: 93552B(3)W(54.5)
( J-Leah Hemi )
( T-Terri Rae )
Up a grade here but it was a pretty good run from a wide draw last time
Consider
4 Papagena
Dividend : $7.20, $2.10
Won
F: 99082B(6)W(54.5)
( J-Sanu Toolooa )
( T-Stephanie Faulkner )
At 30/1 when running second to Mystic Park at the end of the year (Sorcha third). Could well figure again
Longer Odds
Best "Roughie"
8 Seven Twenty
Dividend : $3.10
Place
F: 85570B(8)W(54.0)
( J-Joe Doyle )
( T-Andrew Carston )
Joe Doyle takes the reins on this 5yo mare with ability and likely to get the best out of it
Betting Suggestions
Multi's
Boxed Tri's and FF's
3, 4, 5, 6, 8
RETURNS - $20 STAKE
Boxed Trifecta % Bet = 33%
Boxed First Four % Bet = 16%
Results
Race Dividends
Win 4 $ 7.20
Place1 4 $ 2.10
Place2 8 $ 3.10
Place3 6 $ 1.60
Quinella 4:8 $ 39.20
Trifecta 4:8:6 $ 290.90
First4 F4 4:8:6:1 $ 2460.10
Double 12 $ 53.20
Treble 7+ $ 279.40
Quaddie 6 $ 4081.80
Race 5 - VALE PAUL HARRIS MAIDEN
Time: 2:42 PM | Distance: 1200 m | Prize $ 18500
Top Pick
5 Tommy Shelby
F: NoneB(1)W(57.0)
( J-Joe Doyle )
( T-Kennedy/Furlong )
Impressive in two trials a year ago as a 2yo, but yet to appear on race day. Today is it, and with the field not particularly strong, can make the patience pay off with a winning debut. Joe Doyle rides and has the rails draw to assist
Main Danger
2 Speedrun
F: X8640B(5)W(58.5)
( J-Ngakau Hailey )
( T-Parsons/Ramhit )
Led and faded last bit at Kurow in December, over 1400m. Good draw here and with same tactics, might be the one they have to get past
Next Best
4 Sailing Away
F: 93B(4)W(57.0)
( J-Warren Kennedy )
( T-Walker/Bergerson )
Te Akau runner that was well trialled before two OK runs to date. Looks an improver and likely to place, with Warren Kennedy adding to its chances
Consider
3 Mogul
Dividend : $2.40, $1.40
Won
F: 85460B(15)W(57.0)
( J-Kozzi Asano )
( T-Andrew Carston )
Seven runs have all seen it finish close up. Gelded now and having its first run in two months and, while its capable, may find gate 15 a challenge to be winning
Longer Odds
12 Movie Girl
Dividend : $4.70
Place
F: 05678B(14)W(56.5)
( J-Tina Comignaghi )
( T-M & M Pitman )
Pitman runner and they always have a chance on this track
Betting Suggestions
Quaddies
R5
(5) Tommy Shelby
(2) Speedrun
(4) Sailing Away
R6
(8) Chapinteel
(1) Almanac
R7
(2) Madame Giselle
(5) Aerial Blue
(4) The Roaring Tiger
R8
(5) Stash
(9) Silver Eagle
(7) How Unusual
Quaddies % to a $20 stake:
Multi's
Boxed Tri's and FF's
2, 3, 4, 5, 12
RETURNS - $20 STAKE
Boxed Trifecta % Bet = 33%
Boxed First Four % Bet = 16%
Results
Race Dividends
Win 3 $ 2.40
Place1 3 $ 1.40
Place2 12 $ 4.70
Place3 7 $ 7.00
Quinella 3:12 $ 25.00
Trifecta 3:12:7 $ 510.60
First4 F4 3:12:7:15 $ 3278.40
Double 3+ $ 43.70
Quaddie 3+ $ 477.60
Race 6 - JOYCE ALLIES WADDELL MAIDEN
Time: 3:20 PM | Distance: 1600 m | Prize $ 18500
Top Pick
Best "Each Way"
8 Chapinteel
Dividend : $7.90, $2.90
Won
F: X20XPB(6)W(56.5)
( J-Leah Hemi )
( T-Terri Rae )
From the strong Terri Rae stable and this is an underrated jockey. Unruly in the barrier last start and punters got burnt, as it had won a trial prior. Has trialled nicely since and EW prospect to get their money back
Main Danger
1 Almanac
F: 0X2B(3)W(58.5)
( J-Tina Comignaghi )
( T-M & M Pitman )
Clearly the danger and deserved favourite after strong finishing run in first race in the south, after transferring to the Pitman stable. The stable generally picks up a winner or more at Riccarton and this might be one of them
Next Best
15 Luv Rosay
F: 7X449B(8)W(55.0)
( J-Jasmine Fawcett )
( T-John Blackadder )
Strong trainer/jockey partnership here. Showing itself to be capable in few starts to date and won't be long before its winning. Best race to date was two back in a competitive 3yo race
Consider
4 Plenty O' Style
Dividend : $2.60
Place
F: 6B(11)W(57.0)
( J-Warren Kennedy )
( T-Walker/Bergerson )
Te Akau runner that debuted at Ashburton before Christmas, after 7 trials. Bit of money for it then but Lisa lost her whip and finished in behind
Longer Odds
9 Irish Moss
F: 848X6B(2)W(56.5)
( J-Kylie Williams )
( T-Andrew Carston )
Good trainer has booked Kylie Williams this time and that might be significant. Nice draw in gate 2
Betting Suggestions
Multi's
Boxed Tri's and FF's
1, 4, 8, 9, 15
RETURNS - $20 STAKE
Boxed Trifecta % Bet = 33%
Boxed First Four % Bet = 16%
Results
Race Dividends
Win 8 $ 7.90
Place1 8 $ 2.90
Place2 11 $ 3.60
Place3 4 $ 2.60
Quinella 8:11 $ 50.40
Trifecta 8:11:4 $ 791.30
First4 F4 8:11:4:5 $ 5330.30
Double 3+ $ 43.70
Treble 8 $ 242.10
Quaddie 3+ $ 477.60
Race 7 - CORIN & BOBBITY MURFITT
Time: 3:57 PM | Distance: 1600 m | Prize $ 18500
Top Pick
The 'Day's Best'
2 Madame Giselle
Dividend : $2.10, $1.20
Won
F: 3X825B(9)W(58.5)
( J-Warren Kennedy )
( T-Kennedy/Furlong )
Strong stable has called on Warren Kennedy to get this one over the line, and we think he will. Has finished strongly to be close up in two recent runs over 1400m so today's step up to 1600m should be ideal
Main Danger
5 Aerial Blue
F: 42409B(5)W(57.5)
( J-Ulrika Holmquist )
( T-Lance Robinson )
Better draw today after wide draws have reduced its winning chances in last two. Despite being nineth last time, it was in fact less than 2 1/2 lengths from the winner ... after being wide. Think the extra 200m will be to its liking today too
Next Best
4 The Roaring Tiger
Dividend : $2.40
Place
F: 09353B(1)W(58.0)
( J-Corey Campbell )
( T-Rae/Williams )
Honest and consistent 4yo that likes to do it from the front. Might have an uncontested lead here from rails draw and could be hard to pull back in
Consider
8 Tellme You Loveme
F: 27138B(10)W(56.5)
( J-Joe Doyle )
( T-Robyn Ayton )
Two runs but from brief spell and now ready to test them, Joe Doyle rides, having won on it in its maiden victory over distance in October
Longer Odds
1 Kudos de Sothys
F: 07X40B(2)W(59.0)
( J-Jasmine Fawcett )
( T-Kennedy/Furlong )
Interested to see Jasmine Fawcett on the reins for this one today, so goes in as the 'roughie'
Betting Suggestions
Multi's
Boxed Tri's and FF's
1, 2, 4, 5, 8
RETURNS - $20 STAKE
Boxed Trifecta % Bet = 33%
Boxed First Four % Bet = 16%
Results
Race Dividends
Win 2 $ 2.10
Place1 2 $ 1.20
Place2 3 $ 4.20
Place3 4 $ 2.40
Quinella 2:3 $ 16.70
Trifecta 2:3:4 $ 182.60
First4 F4 2:3:4:5 $ 1008.90
Double 2+ $ 13.90
Treble 8 $ 242.10
Quaddie 3+ $ 477.60
Race 8 - SPEIGHT'S SUMMIT ULTRA ON TAP
Time: 4:34 PM | Distance: 2000 m | Prize $ 18500
Top Pick
5 Stash
F: 19907B(3)W(57.0)
( J-Leah Hemi )
( T-Terri Rae )
Sticking with this new recruit to the southern ranks. Well supported for southern debut at the end of last month but just didn't finish the race off. Terri Rae will have it fitter now and has the ability to win
Main Danger
9 Silver Eagle
F: 59X53B(14)W(56.0)
( J-Kylie Williams )
( T-Lyn Prendergast )
Third up after nine month spell so excusing last two runs, although they were OK. Middle distance for this one now and that will see improvement
Next Best
7 How Unusual
Dividend : $6.50, $2.70
Won
F: 32195B(10)W(56.0)
( J-Lee Callaway )
( T-Emma Wyatt )
Has been running good races, albeit not having the best of runs. This jockey riding as well as ever and odds are generous
Consider
3 Aquattack
F: X9044B(8)W(57.0)
( J-Tina Comignaghi )
( T-Danny Frye )
Worth a look, as has been getting fitter in recent runs and now drops back to R65
Longer Odds
1 Bad Flamingo
Dividend : $4.20
Place
F: 84875B(1)W(59.0)
( J-Danika Wilson )
( T-Andrew Carston )
Two good runs on the coastal circuit and will benefit with the extra 200m here. Rails draw should assure good run
