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Race 1 - HOWDEN AUSTRALIAN GUINEAS DAY, 2 MARCH
Time: 2:15 PM | Distance: 1600 m | Prize $ 163000
Top Pick
2 Bermadez
Dividend : $2.10, $1.30
Won
F: 7X222B(3)W(57.5)
( J-Jye McNeil )
( T-Michael Moroney )
At short odds to turn its consistent form into winning form. Talented at best and the small field could help.
Main Danger
1 Suparazi
Dividend :
Place
F: 41271B(2)W(58.0)
( J-Carleen Hefel )
( T-Ben Brisbourne )
In winning form with two victories this preparation. Gets some weight off its back and it's a professional type.
Next Best
6 Beehunter
Dividend : $2.80
Place
F: 0X087B(1)W(53.0)
( J-Matthew Cartwright )
( T-John Sadler )
Better for three runs this prep, albeit well below its best. Gets the inside draw and a light weight.
Consider
5 Sissoko
F: 2X8X9B(6)W(56.5)
( J-Michael Dee )
( T-B, W & JD Hayes )
It was always going to need a couple of runs in Australia. Beware the imported form, so keep it safe.
Longer Odds
4 Port Guillaume
F: 4185XB(4)W(57.0)
( J-Harry Coffey )
( T-B, W & JD Hayes )
Won well last prep. Chance if its best form comes to the table.
Betting Suggestions
Multi's
Boxed Tri's and FF's
1, 2, 4, 5, 6
RETURNS - $20 STAKE
Boxed Trifecta % Bet = 33%
Boxed First Four % Bet = 16%
Results
Race Dividends
Win 2 $ 2.10
Place1 2 $ 1.30
Place2 6 $ 2.80
Quinella 2:6 $ 7.60
Trifecta 2:6:1 $ 14.30
First4 F4 2:6:1:3 $ 97.60
Double 2 $ 9.20
Race 2 - VRC LIFE MEMBER ROBERT LANE TROPHY
Time: 2:45 PM | Distance: 2520 m | Prize $ 141000
Top Pick
The 'Day's Best'
8 Galilaeus
F: 411X6B(5)W(54.5)
( J-Damian Lane )
( T-A & S Freedman )
Better for its fresh up run and it looks to have plenty of ability. We're not surprised by its short odds.
Main Danger
9 One Last Kiss
Dividend : $5.10, $1.80
Won
F: 12425B(3)W(54.0)
( J-Luke Currie )
( T-Dan O'Sullivan )
Specked at each-way odds throughout the week, which is a good sign. 54kg on the back makes it a winning threat.
Next Best
5 Wertheimer
F: 49971B(2)W(58.0)
( J-Billy Egan )
( T-Matthew Enright )
Turned its form around with a win at Geelong. Could keep that form going and pay handsome odds.
Consider
2 Irish Butterfly
F: D7X85B(9)W(59.0)
( J-Celine Gaudray )
( T-Henry Dwyer )
Better for recent racing. Not too far away when fifth last start, and it gets weight off its back. The odds appeal.
Longer Odds
1 Team Captain
F: X4589B(11)W(62.0)
( J-Tatum Bull )
( T-Matt Cumani )
Overdue a winning turn, and this is the right race for it.
Betting Suggestions
Multi's
Boxed Tri's and FF's
1, 2, 5, 8, 9
RETURNS - $20 STAKE
Boxed Trifecta % Bet = 33%
Boxed First Four % Bet = 16%
Results
Race Dividends
Win 9 $ 5.10
Place1 9 $ 1.80
Place2 7 $ 2.80
Place3 10 $ 4.30
Quinella 7:9 $ 27.90
Trifecta 9:7:10 $ 787.90
First4 F4 9:7:10:5 $ 3046.50
Double 2 $ 9.20
Race 3 - TOUR D' HORSE TROPHY
Time: 3:20 PM | Distance: 1200 m | Prize $ 87000
Top Pick
5 Rich Lover
F: 26213B(8)W(57.5)
( J-Celine Gaudray )
( T-Pat Carey & Harris Walker )
A good winner two back and it wasn't far away last time out. Nothing wrong with that form, so no reason why it can't win.
Main Danger
10 Kiko
F: 02X31B(10)W(54.0)
( J-Tatum Bull )
( T-Jim Conlan )
Another runner with tidy form this prep, including a win last start. Scratched last week for this run, and it looks suitable.
Next Best
9 Shaime
Dividend : $1.70
Place
F: 21X23B(1)W(54.5)
( J-Beau Mertens )
( T-Cliff Brown )
Had every chance to win at Flemington, but it should appreciate having another run on the track. Just needs to wind up quicker.
Consider
1 Hooah Havana
Dividend : $2.90
Place
F: 115X1B(4)W(60.0)
( J-Tom Madden )
( T-Lindsey Smith )
Three wins and three placings from seven starts. Form has come in easier grades but it can't be discounted.
Longer Odds
7 Miss Titeline
F: 23323B(6)W(55.5)
( J-Declan Bates )
( T-Michael Leonard )
Nothing wrong with its consistency, and the lighter weight boosts its chances.
Betting Suggestions
Multi's
Boxed Tri's and FF's
1, 5, 7, 9, 10
RETURNS - $20 STAKE
Boxed Trifecta % Bet = 33%
Boxed First Four % Bet = 16%
Results
Race Dividends
Win 11 $ 57.40
Place1 11 $ 10.20
Place2 9 $ 1.70
Place3 1 $ 2.90
Quinella 9:11 $ 141.50
Trifecta 11:9:1 $ 2457.90
First4 F4 11:9:1:4 $ 32343.60
Quaddie 11 $ 26689.10
Race 4 - BE A MATE NOMINATE TROPHY
Time: 3:55 PM | Distance: 1100 m | Prize $ 163000
Top Pick
7 Stefi Magnetica
Dividend : $1.50
Place
F: 331X1B(8)W(57.5)
( J-Jamie Kah )
( T-Bjorn Baker )
Facing more depth to this field but it has looked good winning its last two in New South Wales. Should enjoy the Flemington straight.
Main Danger
1 Austmarr
F: 2119XB(9)W(60.0)
( J-Mark Zahra )
( T-A & S Freedman )
A winner at Cranbourne and Sandown last campaign. Anything close to that form would be good enough to beat this field.
Next Best
5 Power Ballard
Dividend : $7.50, $2.40
Won
F: 3X182B(1)W(57.5)
( J-Jye McNeil )
( T-Waterhouse/Bott )
Mixing its form this time in but its win fresh up bodes well. Likely to go forward and give them something to catch.
Consider
3 Spicy Margs
F: 19X52B(4)W(58.5)
( J-Beau Mertens )
( T-Price/Kent (Jnr) )
It owns a nice turn-of-foot on its day. Just needs to cope with this level of racing, which won't be easy, but it has upside.
Longer Odds
4 Patchouli Dream
Dividend : $4.70
Place
F: 221X1B(3)W(57.5)
( J-Tatum Bull )
( T-Ben Brisbourne )
A proven winner that should appreciate the light weight. In the mix at a price.
Betting Suggestions
Multi's
Boxed Tri's and FF's
1, 3, 4, 5, 7
RETURNS - $20 STAKE
Boxed Trifecta % Bet = 33%
Boxed First Four % Bet = 16%
Results
Race Dividends
Win 5 $ 7.50
Place1 5 $ 2.40
Place2 7 $ 1.50
Place3 4 $ 4.70
Quinella 5:7 $ 16.30
Trifecta 5:7:4 $ 408.90
First4 F4 5:7:4:1 $ 1891.90
Treble 5 $ 154.80
Quaddie 11 $ 26689.10
Race 5 - BLACK CAVIAR LIGHTNING RACE DAY, 17 FEBRUARY
Time: 4:30 PM | Distance: 1100 m | Prize $ 141000
Top Pick
2 Sans Doute
Dividend : $4.50, $1.70
Won
F: X2631B(1)W(60.0)
( J-Celine Gaudray )
( T-Mark Walker )
The Kiwi showed them a thing or two last start and a repeat could be on the cards. Inside draw with weight coming off, so the stats read well.
Main Danger
4 Kin
F: 4X523B(3)W(59.5)
( J-Jamie Kah )
( T-James Cummings )
It has been backed and beaten three times this prep. The talent is there, but we're hoping it hasn't lost its confidence.
Next Best
1 A Little Deep
Dividend : $1.90
Place
F: 2X131B(4)W(60.0)
( J-Blake Shinn )
( T-Maher/Eustace )
Three wins and two placings from five starts. Big weight to carry but there's no doubting its upside.
Consider
7 Prairie Flower
F: 23220B(10)W(58.0)
( J-Damian Lane )
( T-Henry Dwyer )
Better than what it showed last time out. Form prior was consistent, so a chance if that form returns.
Longer Odds
5 Luna Cat
F: 10521B(8)W(59.5)
( J-Luke Currie )
( T-B, W & JD Hayes )
A good winner at Flemington and punters get generous odds for a repeat.
Betting Suggestions
Multi's
Boxed Tri's and FF's
1, 2, 4, 5, 7
RETURNS - $20 STAKE
Boxed Trifecta % Bet = 33%
Boxed First Four % Bet = 16%
Results
Race Dividends
Win 2 $ 4.50
Place1 2 $ 1.70
Place2 1 $ 1.90
Place3 8 $ 3.60
Quinella 1:2 $ 10.80
Trifecta 2:1:8 $ 229.90
First4 F4 2:1:8:4 $ 480.90
Double 2 $ 17.30
Treble 5 $ 154.80
Quaddie 11 $ 26689.10
Race 6 - VRC LIFE MEMBER JOHN DALE MILE
Time: 5:05 PM | Distance: 1600 m | Prize $ 87000
Top Pick
5 Botany
Dividend : $1.50
Place
F: 215X3B(4)W(59.0)
( J-Carleen Hefel )
( T-Moody/Coleman )
Liked the way it found the line last time out and that was a nice run for the rest of its prep. Gets weight off and the odds appeal.
Main Danger
1 Zamborghini
F: X1813B(10)W(61.5)
( J-Ben Melham )
( T-Matt Laurie )
Already a two-time winner this prep and it's running with confidence. It has always had plenty of ability.
Next Best
8 El Soleado
Dividend : $5.10, $1.90
Won
F: X2323B(9)W(58.5)
( J-Mark Zahra )
( T-Robbie Laing )
Always around the mark with four consecutive placings. Needs a touch of cover from the draw, but its best takes it close.
Consider
11 Naval Seal
F: 87X92B(2)W(57.5)
( J-Luke Currie )
( T-Chris Waller )
Much better when second last start and Waller should have it primed and ready to go. Specked at each-way odds.
Longer Odds
3 Hasseltoff
F: X9657B(11)W(60.5)
( J-Damian Lane )
( T-Tom Dabernig )
Better for recent racing and this is the time it usually strikes.
Betting Suggestions
Multi's
Boxed Tri's and FF's
1, 3, 5, 8, 11
RETURNS - $20 STAKE
Boxed Trifecta % Bet = 33%
Boxed First Four % Bet = 16%
Results
Race Dividends
Win 8 $ 5.10
Place1 8 $ 1.90
Place2 5 $ 1.50
Place3 7 $ 7.00
Quinella 5:8 $ 7.10
Trifecta 8:5:7 $ 255.00
First4 F4 8:5:7:10 $ 1405.50
Double 2 $ 17.30
Treble 5 $ 154.80
Quaddie 11 $ 26689.10
Race 7 - VRC SUPER SATURDAY, 9 MARCH
Time: 5:40 PM | Distance: 1200 m | Prize $ 141000
Top Pick
3 Rey Magnerio
Dividend : $1.50
Place
F: 34111B(7)W(59.5)
( J-Jye McNeil )
( T-Griffiths/de Kock )
A lovely and consistent winner of its last three. Not going under the radar here and it could justify its odds.
Main Danger
1 Jungle Jim
Dividend : $3.60, $1.50
Won
F: X6621B(4)W(60.5)
( J-Tatum Bull )
( T-Michael Moroney )
Held off a strong finish to score last time out. That is a good form guide and it could double down. Chance with a soft lead.
Next Best
4 Dehorned Unicorn
F: X3745B(2)W(59.0)
( J-Blake Shinn )
( T-Joseph Pride )
Long overdue a win and racing against this company could see its best form return. Drawn well and it should be in the mix.
Consider
9 Pink Beau Ty
F: 16121B(5)W(55.0)
( J-Thomas Stockdale )
( T-Brian McGrath )
Already a three-time winner this campaign, so that form can't be overlooked. 55kg on the back is a bonus.
Longer Odds
2 Maximillius
F: X17X0B(8)W(60.0)
( J-Celine Gaudray )
( T-Price/Kent (Jnr) )
Better for its recent fresh up run. Chance at the juicy odds.
Betting Suggestions
Quaddies
R7
(3) Rey Magnerio
(1) Jungle Jim
(4) Dehorned Unicorn