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Race 1 - COUNTDOWN TO TAB KARAKA MILLIONS 27 JAN PREMIER
Time: 12:05 PM | Distance: 1400 m | Prize $ 65000
Top Pick
6 Terra Preta
Dividend : $2.00
Place
F: 3X1B(8)W(56.0)
( J-Sam Spratt )
( T-Allan Sharrock )
I thought she won very strongly at New Plymouth fresh up and will only improve off that. She can make it what could be a great day for the Sharrock stable
Main Danger
1 Hasstobeawinner
Dividend : $1.60
Place
F: 9X221B(9)W(58.0)
( J-Craig Grylls )
( T-James/Wellwood )
He was too good for rivals last start winning by over 4 lengths. Rates the main danger
Next Best
5 La Bella Grande
F: X7321B(3)W(56.0)
( J-Lisa Allpress )
( T-Roydon Bergerson )
Tidy effort to win at Wanganui last time after a couple of placings. Will sit on speed
Consider
3 Witz End
Dividend : $4.60, $1.70
Won
F: 1B(4)W(56.5)
( J-Sam Weatherley )
( T-Tony Pike )
Led and was a tidy effort to win on debut at Hastings. Sam Weatherley sticking with a positive
Longer Odds
4 Platinum Designs
F: 72361B(1)W(56.5)
( J-Joe Doyle )
( T-Lisa Latta )
Lisa Latta runner that won well bat Tauherenikau. With rails draw and Joe Doyle up, there's a lot to like
Betting Suggestions
Multi's
Boxed Tri's and FF's
1, 3, 4, 5, 6
RETURNS - $20 STAKE
Boxed Trifecta % Bet = 33%
Boxed First Four % Bet = 16%
Results
Race Dividends
Win 3 $ 4.60
Place1 3 $ 1.70
Place2 6 $ 2.00
Place3 1 $ 1.60
Quinella 3:6 $ 13.00
Trifecta 3:6:1 $ 78.20
First4 F4 3:6:1:5 $ 301.00
Double 3 $ 10.50
Treble 3 $ 99.90
Race 2 - RYDGES WELLINGTON AIRPORT PREMIER
Time: 12:40 PM | Distance: 1200 m | Prize $ 65000
Top Pick
10 No Rain Ever
Dividend : $8.00, $2.40
Won
F: 6X16XB(5)W(55.0)
( J-Craig Grylls )
( T-Bill Thurlow )
Spelled since her run in the HB Guineas but broke maidens impressively and a talented type who I can see winning fresh today
Main Danger
2 Danjuro
F: 126B(9)W(57.0)
( J-Wiremu Pinn )
( T-Peter Didham )
Talented type who was last seen in the 2000 Guineas in 6th when not disgraced. I liked the way he went at a recent Jumpout suggesting a forward showing
Next Best
8 Bedtime Story
Dividend : $1.70
Place
F: 211B(2)W(56.0)
( J-Kozzi Asano )
( T-Guy Lowry & Leah Zydenbos )
I think it is her biggest test to date but looks very talented with a second placing on debut and 2 wins since
Consider
5 Sako
Dividend : $2.00
Place
F: X6852B(10)W(57.0)
( J-Sam Weatherley )
( T-Stephen Marsh )
He put up a very good effort in a freshened state last time just beaten. Looks a must include
Longer Odds
6 Voice Over
F: 423X1B(7)W(57.0)
( J-Daniel Stackhouse )
( T-Peter Didham )
The expected rain forecast should help this runner. Broke maidens very nicely at Tauherenikau
Betting Suggestions
Multi's
Boxed Tri's and FF's
2, 5, 6, 8, 10
RETURNS - $20 STAKE
Boxed Trifecta % Bet = 33%
Boxed First Four % Bet = 16%
Results
Race Dividends
Win 10 $ 8.00
Place1 10 $ 2.40
Place2 5 $ 2.00
Place3 8 $ 1.70
Quinella 5:10 $ 18.40
Trifecta 10:5:8 $ 190.80
First4 F4 10:5:8:11 $ 705.60
Double 3 $ 10.50
Treble 3 $ 99.90
Quaddie 10 $ 2412.40
Race 3 - FAREWELL TONY LEE PREMIER
Time: 1:15 PM | Distance: 1200 m | Prize $ 65000
Top Pick
5 Alexandra Quick
Dividend : $2.30, $1.40
Won
F: 1B(5)W(58.0)
( J-Matthew Cameron )
( T-Allan Sharrock )
Very impressive finish to win on debut beating Lord Donovan. Blinkers on will only sharpen her up and will take some beating
Main Danger
1 Perfectsister
Dividend : $3.10
Place
F: 10680B(4)W(59.0)
( J-Ciel Butler )
( T-Gary Vile )
Her recent form doesn't read flash but back in grade and any moisture in the ground will help
Next Best
3 Revolt
F: 563X1B(8)W(58.5)
( J-Masa Hashizume )
( T-Mike Breslin )
I liked the way he found fresh up and was good in a recent jump out since
Consider
2 Overdrawn
Dividend : $1.90
Place
F: X6912B(10)W(59.0)
( J-Lily Sutherland )
( T-Tony Pike )
Backed up his win when just beaten last start at Tauranga. A must include
Longer Odds
12 Gurtlyn
F: 25877B(2)W(54.0)
( J-Elen Nicholas )
( T-Allen Baker )
Drops back a lot in distance but any rain will help her chances and could run a race at huge odds
Betting Suggestions
Multi's
Boxed Tri's and FF's
1, 2, 3, 5, 12
RETURNS - $20 STAKE
Boxed Trifecta % Bet = 33%
Boxed First Four % Bet = 16%
Results
Race Dividends
Win 5 $ 2.30
Place1 5 $ 1.40
Place2 1 $ 3.10
Place3 2 $ 1.90
Quinella 1:5 $ 13.60
Trifecta 5:1:2 $ 96.90
First4 F4 5:1:2:12 $ 1118.00
Double 5+ $ 23.70
Treble 3 $ 99.90
Quaddie 10 $ 2412.40
Race 4 - THE OAKS STUD REMUTAKA CLASSIC
Time: 1:50 PM | Distance: 2100 m | Prize $ 350000
Top Pick
5 Betty Spaghetti
F: 11120B(9)W(59.0)
( J-Warren Kennedy )
( T-Kennedy/Furlong )
Brings very good consistent form who had no luck last week in the Anniversary. New race which has brought a strong line up but I think she is well suited at the weights
Main Danger
1 Jon Ol Rocco
F: 21421B(12)W(61.0)
( J-Kylie Williams )
( T-Andrew Carston )
Last start Timaru Cup winner who brings an impressive record into this winning 4 from 10 starts. Second in the Cromwell Cup two back over 2030m
Next Best
10 Doddle
F: 31091B(7)W(57.5)
( J-Sam Weatherley )
( T-Stephen Marsh )
A improving type who I think will be a Cup horse in future. I liked the way she won last start at Tauranga and I'd be disappointed if she wasn't in the placings
Consider
2 Sir Albert
F: 13118B(13)W(61.0)
( J-Lisa Allpress )
( T-Terri Rae )
Another who is a good young horse winning 4 from 10 starts. Made ground in the Timaru Cup but this trip is much more suited. A must include in multiples
Longer Odds
Best "Roughie"
9 Benefactor
F: X5121B(5)W(57.5)
( J-Kate Hercock )
( T-Lisa Latta )
She brings solid form into this winning 2 this prep and a second placing. She will enjoy any cut in the track
Betting Suggestions
Multi's
Boxed Tri's and FF's
1, 2, 5, 9, 10
RETURNS - $20 STAKE
Boxed Trifecta % Bet = 33%
Boxed First Four % Bet = 16%
Results
Race Dividends
Win 4 $ 21.60
Place1 4 $ 4.80
Place2 3 $ 1.70
Place3 6 $ 3.00
Quinella 3:4 $ 48.30
Trifecta 4:3:6 $ 1192.50
First4 F4 4:3:6:14 $ 25000.00
Double 5+ $ 23.70
Treble 4 $ 385.20
Quaddie 10 $ 2412.40
Race 5 - NEW ZEALAND BLOODSTOCK DESERT GOLD STAKES (G3)
Time: 2:23 PM | Distance: 1600 m | Prize $ 120000
Top Pick
2 Grail Seeker
Dividend : $1.60
Place
F: 34123B(8)W(56.5)
( J-Joe Doyle )
( T-O'Sullivan/Scott )
Brings the Molly Bloom form when third to her and Mary Shan last start on Boxing Day. Been honest all the way through and looks ready for this
Main Danger
5 Sudbina
Dividend : $4.00, $1.90
Won
F: 21641B(12)W(56.5)
( J-Kozzi Asano )
( T-James/Wellwood )
Impressive win at Hastings last time. Rates as the main danger
Next Best
1 Fashion Icon
F: 11152B(10)W(56.5)
( J-Daniel Stackhouse )
( T-Peter Didham )
She was very good for second behind our main danger selection last start. She has had a hat trick of wins this prep and deserves her chance at black type
Consider
12 Sense Of Timing
F: 4X51B(3)W(56.5)
( J-Matthew Cameron )
( T-Walker/Bergerson )
Done it well last start to break maidens at Rotorua. Has to step up but capable of that
Longer Odds
8 Funfetti
F: 1526B(9)W(56.5)
( J-Kate Hercock )
( T-Clinton Isdale )
Found the line late on Sunday over 1200 suggesting the mile is much more to her liking
Betting Suggestions
Multi's
Boxed Tri's and FF's
1, 2, 5, 8, 12
RETURNS - $20 STAKE
Boxed Trifecta % Bet = 33%
Boxed First Four % Bet = 16%
Results
Race Dividends
Win 5 $ 4.00
Place1 5 $ 1.90
Place2 2 $ 1.60
Place3 13 $ 8.30
Quinella 2:5 $ 6.90
Trifecta 5:2:13 $ 388.50
First4 F4 5:2:13:6 $ 4877.20
Double 5 $ 14.50
Treble 4 $ 385.20
Quaddie 10 $ 2412.40
Race 6 - HAPPY HIRE PREMIER
Time: 2:53 PM | Distance: 1000 m | Prize $ 65000
Top Pick
2 Kana
F: 55110B(4)W(58.5)
( J-Daniel Stackhouse )
( T-Peter Didham )
Freshened after doing nothing when stepped up to Open company in Stewards at the Riccarton Cup meeting. Impressive prior when winning two in October. one here, and 1000m will suit
Main Danger
8 Idyllic
Dividend : $1.90
Place
F: 15641B(2)W(56.0)
( J-Lisa Allpress )
( T-Kevin Gray )
Can really skate along in front and comes into this off a last start win
Next Best
5 Fancy Like Lass
Dividend : $4.70, $1.80
Won
F: 02121B(3)W(57.0)
( J-Kate Hercock )
( T-Thompson/Brown )
Three wins and three seconds from 8 starts is testimony to its ability. Sure to contest placings again
Consider
4 Iffshecan
F: 26X21B(6)W(57.5)
( J-Craig Grylls )
( T-Cody Cole )
Has come back stronger this time and we could see further progress
Longer Odds
7 Belle's Echo
F: 72052B(5)W(56.0)
( J-Wiremu Pinn )
( T-Lisa Latta )
Was closing in on Idyllic on New Year's day and will be improved for the run
Betting Suggestions
Multi's
Boxed Tri's and FF's
2, 4, 5, 7, 8
RETURNS - $20 STAKE
Boxed Trifecta % Bet = 33%
Boxed First Four % Bet = 16%
Results
Race Dividends
Win 5 $ 4.70
Place1 5 $ 1.80
Place2 8 $ 1.90
Place3 11 $ 3.70
Quinella 5:8 $ 10.20
Trifecta 5:8:11 $ 203.80
First4 F4 5:8:11:6 $ 1119.00
Double 5 $ 14.50
Treble 4 $ 385.20
Race 7 - STEPHANIE MURRAY MORTGAGES PREMIER
Time: 3:28 PM | Distance: 1400 m | Prize $ 65000
Top Pick
2 Don Pauly
Dividend : $3.30, $1.60
Won
F: 32082B(5)W(59.0)
( J-Sam Spratt )
( T-P & S McKay )
Pretty impressive run to get so close at Hastings two weeks ago, after being slow away. Sam Spratt rides again
Main Danger
7 Ivy Dazzler
F: 45639B(3)W(57.5)
( J-Madan Singh )
( T-Ilone Kelly )
On quick back up after being caught wide here last week. Flood of early money has come for it
Next Best
8 Scotch Bonnet
F: 14403B(1)W(57.5)
( J-Craig Grylls )
( T-J J Rayner )
Capable galloper and note home track rider, Lisa Allpress, has been replaced by Craig Grills. He often has winners for this stable. Rails draw to assist
Consider
10 Eparaima
Dividend : $2.60
Place
F: 46335B(9)W(56.5)
( J-Sam Weatherley )
( T-Guy Lowry & Leah Zydenbos )
Showing to much potential to be left out of reckoning. Just needs to overcome wide draw to figure
Longer Odds
3 Duneagle
Dividend : $3.90
Place
F: 77428B(8)W(59.0)
( J-Vinnie Colgan )
( T-Suzy Gordon )
Only three lengths off the winner in a stronger race last time. Nice odds on offer
Betting Suggestions
Quaddies
R7
(2) Don Pauly
(7) Ivy Dazzler
(8) Scotch Bonnet
R8
(4) Campionessa
(8) El Vencedor
(3) Puntura
R9
(11) Canheroc
(7) Waisake
(6) Ess Vee Are
R10
(14) Colorado Silver
(8) Billy Bunter
(2) Whangaehu
Quaddies % to a $20 stake:
Multi's
Boxed Tri's and FF's
2, 3, 7, 8, 10
RETURNS - $20 STAKE
Boxed Trifecta % Bet = 33%
Boxed First Four % Bet = 16%
Results
Race Dividends
Win 2 $ 3.30
Place1 2 $ 1.60
Place2 10 $ 2.60
Place3 3 $ 3.90
Quinella 2:10 $ 15.60
Trifecta 2:10:3 $ 224.20
First4 F4 2:10:3:8 $ 1793.40
Double 2+ $ 14.20
Quaddie 2+ $ 2754.40
Race 8 - HARCOURTS TEAM GROUP THORNDON MILE (G1)
Time: 4:07 PM | Distance: 1600 m | Prize $ 400000
Top Pick
The 'Day's Best'
4 Campionessa
F: 50111B(1)W(56.0)
( J-Matthew Cameron )
( T-Walker/Bergerson )
What an amazing job the Te Akau stable has done with this 6yo mare over the last few months, winning three in a row over varying distances. Last time stepped up to 2050m but its in such a good vein of form, we think it can handle the drop back. Rails draw helps that
Main Danger
8 El Vencedor
Dividend : $2.60
Place
F: 44213B(5)W(56.0)
( J-Joe Doyle )
( T-Stephen Marsh )
Massive when winning over the 1600m at Te Rapa in early December and close up behind Habana in the Ric\h Hill Mile on New Years Day. Gets the better of the draw today and Joe Doyle rides again
Next Best
3 Puntura
Dividend : $5.30, $2.00
Won
F: X2911B(7)W(57.0)
( J-Craig Grylls )
( T-Robbie Patterson )
Signalled its true ability when beating Its Business Time at the Riccarton Cup meeting and then backed it up with a powerful performance to win here just prior to Christmas. Won trial to prepare
Consider
7 One Bold Cat
F: 74115B(6)W(56.0)
( J-Wiremu Pinn )
( T-Robbie Patterson )
No doubting the ability of this one on its day, and has to go into reckoning. Will have to be good though, given its dropping back from middle distance and six of its seven wins have been in the heavy. Great trainer though and could win
Longer Odds
1 No Compromise
F: 55592B(4)W(58.0)
( J-Kelly Myers )
( T-Bill Thurlow )
Back with the Bill Thurlow stable after campaigning in Australia with Chris Waller where its earnings were over $1m.Great run for second on Boxing Day and drops back to 1600m now
Betting Suggestions
Multi's
Boxed Tri's and FF's
1, 3, 4, 7, 8
RETURNS - $20 STAKE
Boxed Trifecta % Bet = 33%
Boxed First Four % Bet = 16%
Results
Race Dividends
Win 3 $ 5.30
Place1 3 $ 2.00
Place2 8 $ 2.60
Place3 14 $ 23.50
Quinella 3:8 $ 21.80
Trifecta 3:8:14 $ 2463.70
First4 F4 3:8:14:7 $ 25635.20
Double 2+ $ 14.20
Treble 3 $ 706.50
Quaddie 2+ $ 2754.40
Race 9 - NZCIS WELLINGTON CUP (G3)
Time: 4:42 PM | Distance: 3200 m | Prize $ 300000
Top Pick
11 Canheroc
Dividend : $2.00
Place
F: 23831B(14)W(53.0)
( J-Kelly Myers )
( T-Chris Wood )
We've been full of expectations from this 6yo gelding for a while, as have many others, and we think its on its way to that level now. Despite things not going well in the early stages, it overcame the heavy track to bolt in at Hastings by 5 lengths
Main Danger
7 Waisake
F: 64373B(5)W(55.0)
( J-Matthew Cameron )
( T-Allan Sharrock )
What a sprint to the line by this 9yo last weekend and would have won had they gone much further. Beautifully prepared to peak for this, it might well win the Cup again
Next Best
6 Ess Vee Are
F: 60826B(7)W(55.5)
( J-Sam Weatherley )
( T-D & B Weatherley )
Going to excuse last run and focus on strong finish two back over 2100m. The distance will suit and Sam Weatherley really judges his finishes well
Consider
3 Mary Louise
Dividend : $6.10, $2.10
Won
F: 01943B(9)W(56.0)
( J-Craig Grylls )
( T-Robbie Patterson )
Loved its win here fresh up over the 1600m in October and thought it was in for a great spring. That never really eventuated and might redeem itself here, but its in the 'consider' bracket for us
Longer Odds
1 Fierce Flight
Dividend : $7.00
Place
F: 45125B(4)W(58.0)
( J-Jonathan Riddell )
( T-Walker/Bergerson )
Can't dismiss the chances of this Te Akau contender. Ever so consistent and in with a chance at odds
Betting Suggestions
Multi's
Boxed Tri's and FF's
1, 3, 6, 7, 11
RETURNS - $20 STAKE
Boxed Trifecta % Bet = 33%
Boxed First Four % Bet = 16%
Results
Race Dividends
Win 3 $ 6.10
Place1 3 $ 2.10
Place2 1 $ 7.00
Place3 11 $ 2.00
Quinella 1:3 $ 66.40
Trifecta 3:1:11 $ 575.90
First4 F4 3:1:11:13 $ 6850.60
Double 3 $ 14.90
Treble 3 $ 706.50
Quaddie 2+ $ 2754.40
Race 10 - JOHN TURKINGTON FORESTRY DOURO CUP
Time: 5:18 PM | Distance: 1600 m | Prize $ 65000
Top Pick
Best "Each Way"
14 Colorado Silver
Dividend : $3.00
Place
F: 8X031B(7)W(54.5)
( J-Matthew Cameron )
( T-Benner/Wynyard )
Caught our eye with its strong finish over 1300m at Otaki two back so we weren't surprised to see it finish over them when up to 1400m here just before Christmas. Surprising, did it from the front that day and fought them off. Think it will be even better over the 1600m
Main Danger
8 Billy Bunter
Dividend : $3.50
Place
F: 87131B(11)W(56.5)
( J-Joe Doyle )
( T-F & L Cornege )
Down from the north and a much improved galloper, winning two out of three over the last six weeks. Joe Doyle rides this one again
Next Best
2 Whangaehu
F: 467X1B(13)W(57.5)
( J-Lisa Allpress )
( T-Bill Thurlow )
Another runner back to the Waverley stable of Bill Thurlow, after running in Australia. Put in a terrific finish to win first up in December and will be coming hard again
Consider
3 Achieve
F: 010X2B(3)W(57.0)
( J-Masa Hashizume )
( T-James/Wellwood )
5yo mare with not a lot of runs but has looked good throughout those. Nice run for second when resuming over Christmas and takes improvement. Good draw
Longer Odds
12 Trav
F: 00X01B(4)W(56.0)
( J-Madan Singh )
( T-Raymond Connors )
Things haven't always gone right for this Whanganui galloper but gee, does it have some ability when things are right. Such was the case last time and our odds player to surprise them in the last
