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Has the ability and should have won by now. Good jockey on board for this highweight and should get the job done
Main Danger
1 Beau Ondago
F: 09744B(6)W(69.0)
( J-Michael Roustoby )
( T-John Williams )
ran well in the highweight a week ago and with Hamish preferring to ride the favourite, gets an able substitute
Next Best
5 Kawhia
Dividend : $1.30
Place
F: 825B(7)W(68.5)
( J-Shaun Phelan )
( T-Shaun Phelan )
Shaun Phelan gets to ride one he trains so will know exactly what it's is capable of
Consider
2 Rum And Rumour
F: 69395B(1)W(69.0)
( J-Corey Wiles )
( T-Stephen Ralph )
Another on the quick back up from last week, after running well and benefits from rails draw today
Longer Odds
8 Brisance
F: 0B(8)W(66.5)
( J-Dean Parker )
( T-Walker/Bergerson )
Only its second start and a Te Akau runner in a highweight has to be a chance
Betting Suggestions
Multi's
Boxed Tri's and FF's
1, 2, 5, 6, 8
RETURNS - $20 STAKE
Boxed Trifecta % Bet = 33%
Boxed First Four % Bet = 16%
Results
Race Dividends
Win 7 $ 21.00
Place1 7 $ 4.70
Place2 5 $ 1.30
Place3 6 $ 1.40
Quinella 5:7 $ 31.90
Trifecta 7:5:6 $ 348.40
First4 F4 7:5:6:3 $ 6469.30
Double 7 $ 22.40
Quaddie 7 $ 9991.90
Race 2 - J SWAP CONTRACTORS LTD MAIDEN 1600
Time: 2:40 PM | Distance: 1600 m | Prize $ 25000
Top Pick
5 Deebee Bellfer
Dividend : $1.20
Place
F: 38422B(5)W(67.0)
( J-Shaun Phelan )
( T-Gavin Opie )
Finished on strongly two back over 1600m and then went very close two weeks ago when stepped up to middle distance. Now in a highweight with the best jockey up, should win
Main Danger
4 Mustang
F: NoneB(7)W(68.5)
( J-Adam Roustoby )
( T-Glenn Old )
On debut from a stable that has been a whole lot more prominent over the last year.
Next Best
6 Sky Dancer
F: 720X6B(8)W(67.0)
( J-Michael Roustoby )
( T-Stephen Marsh )
Three times runner up so ability is there ... and has been running in better fields than this. Widish draw and extra distance the challenges
Consider
10 Fascination
F: 98B(6)W(66.5)
( J-Dean Parker )
( T-Walker/Bergerson )
Once again, a Te Akau runner in a highweight deserves consideration
Longer Odds
2 Georgian Warrior
Dividend : $18.60, $4.10
Won
F: 3047XB(1)W(69.0)
( J-Kylan Wiles )
( T-Dean Wiles )
Resuming and having showed up a few times last campaign, could well run a place
Betting Suggestions
Multi's
Boxed Tri's and FF's
2, 4, 5, 6, 10
RETURNS - $20 STAKE
Boxed Trifecta % Bet = 33%
Boxed First Four % Bet = 16%
Results
Race Dividends
Win 2 $ 18.60
Place1 2 $ 4.10
Place2 5 $ 1.20
Place3 8 $ 6.60
Quinella 2:5 $ 26.40
Trifecta 2:5:8 $ 1235.60
First4 F4 2:5:8:3 $ 10398.90
Double 7 $ 22.40
Treble 2 $ 573.80
Quaddie 7 $ 9991.90
Race 3 - ENTAIN - NZB INSURANCE PEARL SERIES RACE MAIDEN
Time: 3:15 PM | Distance: 1050 m | Prize $ 25000
Top Pick
7 Boss 'N' Highheels
Dividend : $3.00, $1.40
Won
F: NoneB(6)W(55.5)
( J-Michael McNab )
( T-Tony Pike )
Tony Pike stable has a filly here that has already showcasing its potential, winning both trials comfortably. Michael McNab has ridden on both occasions and takes the reins on race day
Main Danger
2 Dynamis
F: NoneB(2)W(57.5)
( J-Sam Spratt )
( T-P & S McKay )
Caught the eye when winning its trial nicely at Taupo two weeks ago, and needs to be noted the third was 7 lengths away. Nice draw and big chance
Next Best
6 Amulet
Dividend : $2.30
Place
F: NoneB(7)W(55.5)
( J-Warren Kennedy )
( T-Walker/Tata )
Not extended to win trial in February and will have come on since then. Interesting to see Warren Kennedy riding on its debut, indicating its ready to be a winning start
Consider
3 Legally Binding
F: NoneB(3)W(57.5)
( J-Craig Grylls )
( T-Walker/Bergerson )
Te Akau runner that has been brought along quietly with 4 trials, winning the last one. Opie rides
Longer Odds
12 Ziggy Stardust
F: NoneB(1)W(55.5)
( J-Kozzi Asano )
( T-Tony Pike )
On debut out of Tony Pike stable so will be well prepared. Rails draw
Betting Suggestions
Multi's
Boxed Tri's and FF's
2, 3, 6, 7, 12
RETURNS - $20 STAKE
Boxed Trifecta % Bet = 33%
Boxed First Four % Bet = 16%
Results
Race Dividends
Win 7 $ 3.00
Place1 7 $ 1.40
Place2 6 $ 2.30
Place3 11 $ 3.50
Quinella 6:7 $ 10.20
Trifecta 7:6:11 $ 168.00
First4 F4 7:6:11:5 $ 1094.10
Double 7+ $ 3.10
Treble 2 $ 573.80
Quaddie 7 $ 9991.90
Race 4 - BROADWAY MOTEL MAIDEN 1200
Time: 3:52 PM | Distance: 1200 m | Prize $ 25000
Top Pick
Best "Each Way"
2 Full Moon Fever
F: 77533B(1)W(58.0)
( J-Triston Moodley )
( T-Tony Pike )
Another jockey change for this one, taking advantage of the 3kg apprentice claim here. Been running well and from rails draw, can look to lead them all the way
Main Danger
1 Toa Haka
Dividend : $1.50
Place
F: 45832B(4)W(58.5)
( J-Sam Spratt )
( T-David Greene )
Beaten by a handy type here four weeks ago and now Sam Spratt takes the reins
Next Best
13 Miss Bo Peep
F: NoneB(2)W(56.0)
( J-Masa Hashizume )
( T-O'Sullivan/Scott )
On debut and from top stable. Good draw ans scratchings improve its chances
Consider
11 Bourbon Empress
Dividend : $2.30
Place
F: NoneB(6)W(56.0)
( J-Kozzi Asano )
( T-Stephen Marsh )
Also on debut, having held them comfortably at bay when winning its last trial. Could feature
Longer Odds
6 Grand Cru
Dividend : $6.70, $1.90
Won
F: 72227B(8)W(56.5)
( J-Tayla Mitchell )
( T-Darrel Lang )
Three seconds prior to last start so odds look generous. One to boost the multis?
Betting Suggestions
Multi's
Boxed Tri's and FF's
1, 2, 6, 11, 13
RETURNS - $20 STAKE
Boxed Trifecta % Bet = 33%
Boxed First Four % Bet = 16%
Results
Race Dividends
Win 6 $ 6.70
Place1 6 $ 1.90
Place2 1 $ 1.50
Place3 11 $ 2.30
Quinella 1:6 $ 12.50
Trifecta 6:1:11 $ 225.90
First4 F4 6:1:11:7 $ 1274.80
Double 7+ $ 3.10
Treble 2 $ 573.80
Quaddie 7 $ 9991.90
Race 5 - GREGORY EQUINE MAIDEN 1400
Time: 4:24 PM | Distance: 1400 m | Prize $ 25000
Top Pick
8 Pure Fiction
Dividend : $1.80
Place
F: 35522B(5)W(56.5)
( J-Billy Jacobson )
( T-Moroney/Gerard )
Two close seconds in last two starts says a win isn't far off. Drawn well and we think it wins today
Main Danger
14 Lightning Dream
Dividend : $1.70
Place
F: 44B(6)W(56.0)
( J-Wiremu Pinn )
( T-Walker/Bergerson )
Surprisingly, this Te Akau runner has found trouble in both starts, with Opie up. It won't be happening a third time
Next Best
1 Baggio
F: 2B(5)W(58.0)
( J-Masa Hashizume )
( T-O'Sullivan/Scott )
Exceeded expectations when just missing on debut here in early February. Having won a trial since, and Masa riding on the crest of a wave, a win wouldn't surprise
Consider
10 Bellafranca
F: 902B(1)W(56.5)
( J-Ace Lawson-Carroll )
( T-Annabelle Johnson )
A $50 shot here two weeks ago but impressed with its strong finish into second. That was only its third start so plenty of upside. Rails draw to advantage
Longer Odds
4 Talentoso
F: 75LB(8)W(58.0)
( J-Ryan Elliot )
( T-Shelley Hale )
Resuming, having been given time after it lost rider Warren Kennedy last start. Showing improvement at that stage
Betting Suggestions
Quaddies
R5
(8) Pure Fiction
(14) Lightning Dream
(1) Baggio
R6
(1) The Ugly Sister
(9) Annabelle
(6) Sweetpea
R7
(7) Tomodachi
(2) Brave Spirit
(1) Slipper Island
R8
(10) Dangerous Liaisons
(12) Vino Valentino
Quaddies % to a $20 stake:
Multi's
Boxed Tri's and FF's
1, 4, 8, 10, 14
RETURNS - $20 STAKE
Boxed Trifecta % Bet = 33%
Boxed First Four % Bet = 16%
Results
Race Dividends
Win 2 $ 9.60
Place1 2 $ 3.00
Place2 14 $ 1.70
Place3 8 $ 1.80
Quinella 2:14 $ 21.40
Trifecta 2:14:8 $ 165.40
First4 F4 2:14:8:4 $ 1107.00
Double 2 $ 18.80
Quaddie 2 $ 105.70
Race 6 - ENTAIN - NZB INSURANCE PEARL SERIES RACE MAIDEN
Time: 4:59 PM | Distance: 1400 m | Prize $ 25000
Top Pick
1 The Ugly Sister
Dividend : $2.10, $1.30
Won
F: 842X2B(8)W(57.5)
( J-Michael McNab )
( T-Kurtis Pertab )
Also accepted for Race 4.
Good finish into second when resuming, making it four seconds from just 9 starts. Takes improvement and might get a deserved win
Main Danger
9 Annabelle
F: NoneB(5)W(57.0)
( J-Sam Weatherley )
( T-D & B Weatherley )
On debut. Went nicely when winning its trial a Taupo two weeks ago and, when Sam is riding for the family stable, he has a terrific strike rate
Next Best
6 Sweetpea
F: 27B(9)W(57.0)
( J-Courtney Barnes )
( T-Stephen Marsh )
Seen finishing the race off to good effect on debut at Taupo but didn't go on with it last time. We think it could be capable so sticking with it
Consider
8 The Sky Above
Dividend : $2.20
Place
F: 44B(6)W(57.0)
( J-Niranjan Parmar )
( T-Walker/Bergerson )
Yet to show up but the Te Akau/Opie combination has to be reckoned with at anytime
Longer Odds
11 Therapeutic
F: X8065B(10)W(57.0)
( J-Craig Grylls )
( T-Richardson/Norvall )
Just the four runs and didn't do much last time. But prior runs signalled some ability so worth considering for an EW interest
Betting Suggestions
Multi's
Boxed Tri's and FF's
1, 6, 8, 9, 11
RETURNS - $20 STAKE
Boxed Trifecta % Bet = 33%
Boxed First Four % Bet = 16%
Results
Race Dividends
Win 1 $ 2.10
Place1 1 $ 1.30
Place2 5 $ 2.20
Place3 8 $ 2.20
Quinella 1:5 $ 7.00
Trifecta 1:5:8 $ 45.10
First4 F4 1:5:8:11 $ 365.80
Double 2 $ 18.80
Treble 1+ $ 12.00
Quaddie 2 $ 105.70
Race 7 - KILGRAVIN LODGE 1400
Time: 5:34 PM | Distance: 1400 m | Prize $ 25000
Top Pick
The 'Day's Best'
7 Tomodachi
Dividend : $2.60, $1.10
Won
F: 31B(4)W(56.5)
( J-Warren Kennedy )
( T-O'Sullivan/Scott )
Favourite when third on debut, it showed why it is highly rated when winning as it liked over 1200m last time. Will love this extra 200m and has to be our 'Day's Best'
Main Danger
2 Brave Spirit
F: X3334B(3)W(59.0)
( J-Michael McNab )
( T-Ritchie/Murray )
Just the six starts and showing a lot of promise. Comes out of gate 3 and extra 200m ideal
Next Best
1 Slipper Island
F: 36456B(5)W(60.0)
( J-Triston Moodley )
( T-Tony Pike )
4yo with ability and very consistent, it's dropping back from running in R75's. Now third up, it will be fitter and gets the 3kg claim
Consider
9 Dealers Choice
F: 4519B(2)W(56.0)
( J-Vinnie Colgan )
( T-Maxim Van Lierde )
Progressive 3yo filly out of a stable that has been flying lately. Tough field in a conditions race last time and will be better placed back in a R65
Longer Odds
11 Ragamuffin
Dividend : $1.90
Place
F: 570X8B(5)W(56.0)
( J-Niranjan Parmar )
( T-Walker/Bergerson )
Better for resuming run two weeks ago and on home track today. Jockey gives everything
Betting Suggestions
Multi's
Boxed Tri's and FF's
1, 2, 7, 9, 11
RETURNS - $20 STAKE
Boxed Trifecta % Bet = 33%
Boxed First Four % Bet = 16%
Results
Race Dividends
Win 7 $ 2.60
Place1 7 $ 1.10
Place2 11 $ 1.90
Place3 6 $ 2.70
Quinella 7:11 $ 7.10
Trifecta 7:11:6 $ 72.40
First4 F4 7:11:6:4 $ 242.70
Double 7+ $ 3.70
Treble 1+ $ 12.00
Quaddie 2 $ 105.70
Race 8 - NZB ONLINE YEARLING SALE 17TH APRIL 2024
Time: 6:09 PM | Distance: 1400 m | Prize $ 25000
Top Pick
10 Dangerous Liaisons
F: 21XB(1)W(56.5)
( J-Michael McNab )
( T-Tony Pike )
Late scratching
Main Danger
12 Vino Valentino
Dividend : $3.70, $1.40
Won
F: 90473B(3)W(55.0)
( J-Niranjan Parmar )
( T-Karen Fursdon )
Would have expected Niranjan Parmar to be riding for Te Akau so booking is interesting
Next Best
8 Star In The Sky
F: X9791B(7)W(57.0)
( J-Warren Kennedy )
( T-Walker/Bergerson )
Te Akau runner that resumed after a short break to finish over them at New Plymouth. Opie rides again and chances can't be discounted
Consider
2 Huzzah
F: 61701B(6)W(59.0)
( J-Maria Sanson )
( T-Stephen Autridge )
Up to R65. Nice win when up to today's distance last Wednesday and more of the same possible here. On quick back up, a good sign
Longer Odds
Best "Roughie"
9 Baronet
Dividend : $2.10
Place
F: 633X7B(1)W(57.0)
( J-Jessica Allen )
( T-Walker/Bergerson )
Home track and second up here, so fitter. Apprentice doing well for stable
