These are our selections for this particular meeting - and an indication of 'how we performed'. It will also give you an insight as to what to expect when you subscribe to our service.
Both runs this prep have been very good and does look like a good chance to break maidens. A very successful trainer/jockey combo
Main Danger
8 Verdian
Dividend : $5.70, $2.00
Won
F: 83B(11)W(57.0)
( J-Tina Comignaghi )
( T-Sally McKay )
Better last start when leading. That can be a very good racing style around Gore
Next Best
1 Gravity
F: 05843B(4)W(58.5)
( J-Kavish Chowdhoory )
( T-M & M Pitman )
A good performance at Reefton last time. I think he needs Good ground to show his best
Consider
3 Asmarde
F: X7306B(2)W(58.5)
( J-Ngakau Hailey )
( T-Parsons/Ramhit )
Has disappointed me since his third placing 2 back. Maybe ready for 1355m
Longer Odds
14 Caffeinated
F: 8B(7)W(55.0)
( J-Rohan Mudhoo )
( T-Ebony Turner )
Ebony had a filly who starts in the Gore Guineas later called Drakaina who was poor on debut then bolted in second start. Giving this filly the same respect
Betting Suggestions
Multi's
Boxed Tri's and FF's
1, 3, 8, 12, 14
RETURNS - $20 STAKE
Boxed Trifecta % Bet = 33%
Boxed First Four % Bet = 16%
Results
Race Dividends
Win 8 $ 5.70
Place1 8 $ 2.00
Place2 12 $ 1.20
Place3 10 $ 10.80
Quinella 8:12 $ 4.20
Trifecta 8:12:10 $ 289.10
First4 F4 8:12:10:5 $ 2623.10
Treble 8 $ 136.00
Race 2 - AUTO FUNDS/ O'CONNOR RICHMOND MAIDEN 1335
Time: 12:24 PM | Distance: 1335 m | Prize $ 25000
Top Pick
9 Hazel May
Dividend : $7.80, $2.50
Won
F: 2305B(12)W(56.5)
( J-Bailey Rogerson )
( T-Lisa Vaughan )
I liked the way she found the line at Invercargill without getting all favours and rated a nice each way chance
Main Danger
2 First Lieutenant
F: 5040XB(6)W(58.5)
( J-Jasmine Fawcett )
( T-John Blackadder )
Money has come for this runner. Solid trial to prepare who showed ability last prep
Next Best
1 Stu Darci
Dividend : $3.10
Place
F: 00X03B(13)W(58.5)
( J-Tina Comignaghi )
( T-John Phillips )
Unlucky two back then put up a good performance for third last start
Consider
11 Aglow
F: 44B(2)W(56.5)
( J-Corey Campbell )
( T-B & S Anderton )
Both starts for fourth at the races have had merit. Worth including here
Longer Odds
12 Sugar Time
F: 78X5B(10)W(56.5)
( J-Joe Kamaruddin )
( T-Terry Kennedy )
She had excuses fresh up when wide the trip. Not well drawn but will be fitter
Betting Suggestions
Multi's
Boxed Tri's and FF's
1, 2, 9, 11, 12
RETURNS - $20 STAKE
Boxed Trifecta % Bet = 33%
Boxed First Four % Bet = 16%
Results
Race Dividends
Win 9 $ 7.80
Place1 9 $ 2.50
Place2 10 $ 5.20
Place3 1 $ 3.10
Quinella 9:10 $ 70.00
Trifecta 9:10:1 $ 723.90
First4 F4 9:10:1:13 $ 3731.60
Double 9 $ 16.60
Treble 8 $ 136.00
Quaddie 9 $ 498.50
Race 3 - GORE TOWN AND COUNTRY CLUB
Time: 12:58 PM | Distance: 1200 m | Prize $ 40000
Top Pick
4 Tadita
F: 68X52B(7)W(58.0)
( J-Akshay Balloo )
( T-Steven Woodsford )
She was very good last start at Kurow hitting the line strongly in second and looks well placed to go one better
Main Danger
5 Miss Brittany
F: X7310B(1)W(57.5)
( J-Rahul Beeharry )
( T-Parsons/Ramhit )
Won well two back on Good ground and if it still good by race time she is a good hope here
Next Best
1 Justanace
Dividend : $2.10
Place
F: 07321B(11)W(60.0)
( J-Abdul Najib )
( T-M & M Pitman )
Won well at Kurow after a handful of placings. Must be respected with the apprentice claim
Consider
2 Cockahoop
Dividend : $2.50
Place
F: 02196B(3)W(58.5)
( J-Corey Campbell )
( T-Lisa Vaughan )
He is suited by Gore and the low draw. Market has come for this runner
Longer Odds
8 Time And Again
F: 0X681B(10)W(57.0)
( J-Ruvanesh Muniandy )
( T-Shankar Muniandy )
She was well placed here but won well. Only concern is the draw with an inexperienced rider on top
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 9 $ 3.90
Place1 9 $ 1.70
Place2 2 $ 2.50
Place3 1 $ 2.10
Quinella 2:9 $ 12.60
Trifecta 9:2:1 $ 127.90
First4 F4 9:2:1:7 $ 1439.70
Double 9 $ 16.60
Treble 8 $ 136.00
Quaddie 9 $ 498.50
Race 4 - AON INSURANCE BROKERS
Time: 1:32 PM | Distance: 1200 m | Prize $ 50000
Top Pick
7 The Radiant One
F: 3X347B(2)W(56.0)
( J-Tina Comignaghi )
( T-Dennis Bros )
Struggled on the testing heavy ground on Boxing Day but her placings in strong sprint races at Riccarton solid. Hard to beat on Good ground
Main Danger
1 Emanon
Dividend : $2.00
Place
F: 51312B(6)W(60.0)
( J-Abdul Najib )
( T-Lionel Dobbs )
She is racing in great honest form. 1200 is no concern and handles any ground
Next Best
2 Henry Hubber
Dividend : $8.20, $2.40
Won
F: 03284B(5)W(59.0)
( J-Denby-Rose Tait )
( T-Sally McKay )
Ok last start at Riverton but has the ability when right to go very close here
Consider
8 Miss Miranda
Dividend : $2.30
Place
F: 95131B(8)W(54.0)
( J-Samantha Wynne )
( T-Leonard Stewart )
Rises in class but if the rain stays away she has good early speed and her wins in lower grades have been solid
Longer Odds
3 The Good Shepherd
F: 52331B(1)W(58.5)
( J-Danika Wilson )
( T-Stephen Blair-Edie )
Rewarded his followers for winning well last start after a handful of placings. He does look over the odds
Betting Suggestions
Multi's
Boxed Tri's and FF's
1, 2, 3, 7, 8
RETURNS - $20 STAKE
Boxed Trifecta % Bet = 33%
Boxed First Four % Bet = 16%
Results
Race Dividends
Win 2 $ 8.20
Place1 2 $ 2.40
Place2 1 $ 2.00
Place3 8 $ 2.30
Quinella 1:2 $ 15.30
Trifecta 2:1:8 $ 192.40
First4 F4 2:1:8:6 $ 1383.60
Double 2 $ 18.40
Quaddie 9 $ 498.50
Race 5 - REX COCHRANE MEMORIAL
Time: 2:05 PM | Distance: 1800 m | Prize $ 40000
Top Pick
6 Shockallia
Dividend : $2.90, $0.70
Won
F: 34X43B(5)W(55.5)
( J-Jasmine Fawcett )
( T-Kelvin Tyler )
Third up for the prep and now up to 1800m after running on strongly over the mile New Years Day. Rates a strong winning chance
Main Danger
1 Mayor Of Norwood
Dividend : $1.90
Place
F: X0023B(4)W(59.0)
( J-Corey Campbell )
( T-B & S Anderton )
Looks the main danger to our top pick. Fit with 2 placings over 2000m and 2147m recently
Next Best
3 Patsys Lass
F: X6271B(7)W(58.0)
( J-Danika Wilson )
( T-Eamonn Green )
Won well at Reefton last start and her chances is if the track is in the Good range
Consider
4 Lochnaberry
F: X4114B(8)W(57.0)
( J-Bailey Rogerson )
( T-Lisa Vaughan )
Winner here over the trip 3 back. Has been very good since with a win and fourth placing. A must include
Longer Odds
5 Sadler's Lass
Dividend : $4.40
Place
F: 9X549B(3)W(57.0)
( J-Joe Kamaruddin )
( T-Terry Kennedy )
A winner here over this trip when she led all the way. Will need rain to show her best but is at longer odds
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 6 $ 2.90
Place1 6 $ 0.70
Place2 1 $ 1.90
Place3 5 $ 4.40
Quinella 1:6 $ 4.80
Trifecta 6:1:5 $ 80.30
First4 F4 6:1:5:3 $ 245.80
Double 2 $ 18.40
Treble 6+ $ 97.70
Quaddie 9 $ 498.50
Race 6 - REGIONAL FORD
Time: 2:38 PM | Distance: 2000 m | Prize $ 40000
Top Pick
7 Da Vinci Girl
F: 15463B(2)W(57.5)
( J-Kavish Chowdhoory )
( T-M & M Pitman )
Pitman runner and winner of six races. Probably would haver won at Reefton, but for slow start
Main Danger
9 Za Beauteous
Dividend : $1.50
Place
F: 35142B(5)W(57.0)
( J-Jasmine Fawcett )
( T-Kelvin Tyler )
Has to rate a strong chance. Very capable type and running well. Jasmine Fawcett takes over and will get the best out of it
Next Best
4 Bauble
Dividend : $5.30, $2.20
Won
F: 23239B(9)W(58.5)
( J-Corey Campbell )
( T-B & S Anderton )
Up to 2030m at Cromwell in early December and very unlucky, going close despite being checked but to last at the start. Did little last time when over 1600m but back to 2000m here again today. Jockey in great form
Consider
1 Kid Roc
F: 60827B(10)W(59.5)
( J-Daniel Bothamley )
( T-Steven Prince )
Been running well and now up to middle distance, which could do the trick. Quick back up from last week a good sign
Longer Odds
Best "Roughie"
13 Youneverknow
F: 79095B(11)W(54.0)
( J-Abdul Najib )
( T-Lionel Dobbs )
Showed signs it was returning to form last start and firmer track conditions will help
Betting Suggestions
Multi's
Boxed Tri's and FF's
1, 4, 7, 9, 13
RETURNS - $20 STAKE
Boxed Trifecta % Bet = 33%
Boxed First Four % Bet = 16%
Results
Race Dividends
Win 4 $ 5.30
Place1 4 $ 2.20
Place2 9 $ 1.50
Place3 2 $ 4.20
Quinella 4:9 $ 11.20
Trifecta 4:9:2 $ 235.80
First4 F4 4:9:2:3 $ 1135.60
Double 4 $ 9.60
Treble 6+ $ 97.70
Race 7 - GOON SQUAD/ ROOFCRAFT MAIDEN 2000
Time: 3:16 PM | Distance: 2000 m | Prize $ 25000
Top Pick
7 Vadara
Dividend : $2.10
Place
F: 6X233B(12)W(56.5)
( J-Brandon May )
( T-Amber Hoffman )
Although drawn wide, this is the one for us. Liked the way it finished over 1600m last time, and likely to be at its best over middle distance in the future
Main Danger
2 Hakaharry
Dividend : $2.40
Place
F: 07432B(8)W(58.5)
( J-Joe Kamaruddin )
( T-Terry Kennedy )
You'll get a good run for your money with this one, as it likes to lead. Drifted off the pace after leading last time but showed strength in finishing it off strongly
Next Best
9 Mi Jadore
F: 70X33B(7)W(56.5)
( J-Jasmine Fawcett )
( T-Ellis Winsloe )
Sparingly raced and resuming run prior to New Year was good. Jasmine has been handed the reins
Consider
1 Bowler
Dividend : $5.80, $2.00
Won
F: 86342B(6)W(58.5)
( J-Corey Campbell )
( T-B & S Anderton )
Interesting to see it drop back to 1600m last time after running well over 2030m prior, despite being checked. Has the ability to contest now back at middle distance too
Longer Odds
6 Chuggatai
F: 5506B(9)W(57.0)
( J-Rohan Mudhoo )
( T-Jo-Ann Gordon )
Just the four starts and getting better every run
Betting Suggestions
Multi's
Boxed Tri's and FF's
1, 2, 6, 7, 9
RETURNS - $20 STAKE
Boxed Trifecta % Bet = 33%
Boxed First Four % Bet = 16%
Results
Race Dividends
Win 1 $ 5.80
Place1 1 $ 2.00
Place2 7 $ 2.10
Place3 2 $ 2.40
Quinella 1:7 $ 12.10
Trifecta 1:7:2 $ 112.00
First4 F4 1:7:2:9 $ 561.80
Double 4 $ 9.60
Treble 6+ $ 97.70
Race 8 - MLT GORE CUP
Time: 3:48 PM | Distance: 2000 m | Prize $ 50000
Top Pick
4 Vague
Dividend : $1.90
Place
F: 72335B(8)W(54.0)
( J-Tina Comignaghi )
( T-Leonard Stewart )
8yo but running as well as ever. Huge run to come from last in big field last time and Tina will make the most of this smaller field
Main Danger
2 Humbucker
Dividend : $2.00, $1.20
Won
F: 20237B(3)W(56.5)
( J-Jasmine Fawcett )
( T-Ellis Winsloe )
Has the class and likely favourite. Just ahead of Vague three back and been solid without threatening in last two. Trained on the track and Jasmine rides
Next Best
3 Exchange
Dividend : $1.80
Place
F: 0X840B(2)W(55.5)
( J-Corey Campbell )
( T-B & S Anderton )
Inside draw and think its one that offers the EW value in the field. This a whole lot easier than last time and now up to 2000m
Consider
1 The Buffer
F: 20283B(6)W(60.0)
( J-Danika Wilson )
( T-Rae/Williams )
10 time winner so no question about its ability to test them here. Been mixing its distances lately
Longer Odds
7 It's Belsanto
F: 15606B(4)W(54.0)
( J-Brandon May )
( T-Warwick Coles )
Much better for resuming run at the end of last month and could boost the multis
Betting Suggestions
Quaddies
R8
(4) Vague
(2) Humbucker
R9
(8) Aberlour
(1) Hakadecree
(6) Illicit Dreams
R10
(6) Madam Dubai
(7) Nobellem
R11
(14) Just Maybe
(15) Bourbon Chique
(4) Atomic
Quaddies % to a $20 stake:
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 2 $ 2.00
Place1 2 $ 1.20
Place2 3 $ 1.80
Place3 4 $ 1.90
Quinella 2:3 $ 6.90
Trifecta 2:3:4 $ 50.00
First4 F4 2:3:4:1 $ 119.90
Double 2+ $ 2.50
Quaddie 2+ $ 1526.60
Race 9 - LIQUORLAND GORE GUINEAS
Time: 4:19 PM | Distance: 1335 m | Prize $ 80000
Top Pick
Best "Each Way"
8 Aberlour
Dividend : $3.20, $1.40
Won
F: 4X331B(5)W(55.0)
( J-Jasmine Fawcett )
( T-Kelvin Tyler )
Here's a progressive type that could rise through the grades. Worked to the lead and kicked clear last time and totally dominant
Main Danger
1 Hakadecree
Dividend : $1.60
Place
F: 121B(8)W(57.0)
( J-Joe Kamaruddin )
( T-Terry Kennedy )
Has to go in as the danger, given its won two of its only three starts. And added to that, is one was on a Good 4 and one in the heavy. That shows a bit of ability
Next Best
6 Illicit Dreams
F: 20301B(1)W(55.0)
( J-Danika Wilson )
( T-Rae/Williams )
From strong stable and found the Greymouth opposition a bit easier after being up against Molly Bloom and co at the Riccarton Cup Week. Danika Wilson brought the claim and led all the way to win and gets than allowance again
Consider
3 Collect Your Cash
F: 12B(3)W(57.0)
( J-Ruvanesh Muniandy )
( T-Shankar Muniandy )
Looked likely to remain unbeaten when leading close to home last time but the heavy ground found it out. Good inside draw and up to this
Longer Odds
5 Trader
F: 4X105B(7)W(57.0)
( J-Corey Campbell )
( T-B & S Anderton )
Been running well, including a win three back, and with a good draw and Corey Campbell riding, has a bit going for it
Betting Suggestions
Multi's
Boxed Tri's and FF's
1, 3, 5, 6, 8
RETURNS - $20 STAKE
Boxed Trifecta % Bet = 33%
Boxed First Four % Bet = 16%
Results
Race Dividends
Win 8 $ 3.20
Place1 8 $ 1.40
Place2 1 $ 1.60
Place3 7 $ 2.80
Quinella 1:8 $ 4.90
Trifecta 8:1:7 $ 53.60
First4 F4 8:1:7:10 $ 843.40
Double 2+ $ 2.50
Treble 8+ $ 686.30
Quaddie 2+ $ 1526.60
Race 10 - ENTAIN - NZB INSURNACE PEARL SERIES
Time: 4:54 PM | Distance: 1335 m | Prize $ 40000
Top Pick
6 Madam Dubai
Dividend : $1.60
Place
F: X4114B(8)W(57.0)
( J-Tina Comignaghi )
( T-B & S Anderton )
A horse with ability and only question mark is the drop back to 1335m. But likes to run handy and with top jockey on board, and Sestina now scratched, looks a very strong chance
Main Danger
7 Nobellem
Dividend : $17.70, $3.30
Won
F: 20285B(9)W(57.0)
( J-Brett Murray )
( T-Terry Kennedy )
Huge performance to be less than three lengths away at Wingatui and if going as well on the firmer track, they'll know its in the race
Next Best
8 Tengiz
F: 19X54B(3)W(56.5)
( J-Akshay Balloo )
( T-Steven Woodsford )
Looked an exciting prospect with a couple of nice wins last campaign before being spelled. Hasn't produced that form in three starts back but can't leave out of consideration
Consider
12 Adiktiv Passion
Dividend : $2.50
Place
F: 80X13B(4)W(55.0)
( J-Corey Campbell )
( T-Leda Beck )
In good form but is up a grade. Corey Campbell the key, as he's riding with a lot of confidence
Longer Odds
10 She's An Ace
F: 51X35B(2)W(56.0)
( J-Ruvanesh Muniandy )
( T-Shankar Muniandy )
Showed signs that it was pretty capable last season and now starting to show up again
Betting Suggestions
Multi's
Boxed Tri's and FF's
6, 7, 8, 10, 12
RETURNS - $20 STAKE
Boxed Trifecta % Bet = 33%
Boxed First Four % Bet = 16%
Results
Race Dividends
Win 7 $ 17.70
Place1 7 $ 3.30
Place2 6 $ 1.60
Place3 12 $ 2.50
Quinella 6:7 $ 33.90
Trifecta 7:6:12 $ 714.80
First4 F4 7:6:12:11 $ 6773.80
Double 7 $ 31.60
Treble 8+ $ 686.30
Quaddie 2+ $ 1526.60
Race 11 - HOKONUI RURAL TRANSPORT
Time: 5:34 PM | Distance: 1335 m | Prize $ 40000
Top Pick
14 Just Maybe
F: 25045B(4)W(55.5)
( J-Tina Comignaghi )
( T-Kylie Williams )
Trainer Kylie Williams hands over the reins to Tina Comignaghi. With this 5 yo mare looking to be back at top fitness, she can get the job done
Main Danger
15 Bourbon Chique
F: 86572B(2)W(55.0)
( J-Corey Campbell )
( T-Terry Kennedy )
Connections would be very pleased with this one's southern debut last week, a close up second. Showed itself to have the ability in the north and won't be long in adding to its only win to date. On the quick back up
Next Best
4 Atomic
F: 70X31B(9)W(58.0)
( J-Joe Kamaruddin )
( T-Terry Kennedy )
Built to an impressive winning performance over 1400m last week ... and now on the quick back up. That's a good sign
Consider
8 Lucienne
F: 0X541B(1)W(56.5)
( J-Ruvanesh Muniandy )
( T-Shankar Muniandy )
Been on the rise and broke maidens last time after a tough run. Good draw today and might to be in the finish
Longer Odds
9 Miss Pearl
Dividend : $2.30
Place
F: 28165B(13)W(56.5)
( J-Samantha Wynne )
( T-Tommy Beckett )
A much improved galloper and Samantha Wynne a great pilot. While it will take a mighty performance to win from such a wide gate, has to be considered
