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Has gone better since Sam Spratt took over the reins and now looks likely to complete the hat-trick. Rails draw to advantage
Main Danger
11 Privy Garden
Dividend : $2.90
Place
F: 4213xB(7)W(57.0)
( J-Craig Grylls )
( T-Andrew Forsman )
Came of age at the end of its last campaign in the spring, including winning its maiden. The early support would suggest its improved during its three month spell, and we note Craig Grylls rides
Next Best
4 Tossuforit
Dividend : $1.80
Place
F: 40322B(8)W(59.0)
( J-Michael McNab )
( T-Stephen Marsh )
It has only registered the one win so not one to punt on but its overall record is good. Beat Finest Hour last start and that one won well on Thursday
Consider
12 Carajillo
F: 931x3B(4)W(56.5)
( J-Rory Hutchings )
( T-Cody Cole )
Good run into third behind Slipper Island three weeks ago and can only be better for the run. Rory Hutchings now takes over
Longer Odds
Best "Roughie"
8 Ribkraka
F: 6x190B(6)W(58.0)
( J-Kevin Stott )
( T-Lance O'Sullivan & Andrew Scott )
On the face of it, doesn't look like a winning chance but noted that it wasn't far away in a G3 in December and this stable has the magic skill of improving on that
Results
Race Dividends
Win 10 $ 25.40
Place1 10 $ 6.20
Place2 4 $ 1.80
Place3 11 $ 2.90
Quinella 4:10 $ 57.30
Trifecta 10:4:11 $ 1008.30
First4 10:4:11:3 $ 9756.00
Race 2 - Tab Spec Mdn
Time: 1:03 PM | Distance: 1200 m | Prize $ 65000
Top Pick
2 Special Sakura
F: 3171B(7)W(57.5)
( J-Chris Dell )
( T-Janelle Millar )
A race for maidens 'at the beginning of the season', this one gets in well as it has progressed significantly. Although beaten by Ballon D'Or two back, it was just so impressive last start we're going for it
Main Danger
1 Ballon D'or
F: 26121B(8)W(59.5)
( J-Rory Hutchings )
( T-Peter & Shaun McKay )
apart from the two wins, it has been runner up four times so you're going to get an honest performance
Next Best
6 Phoebe Buffay
Dividend : $1.40
Place
F: 3441B(5)W(56.5)
( J-Kevin Stott )
( T-Lance O'Sullivan & Andrew Scott )
Given the strength of this stable, you'd think they've put up a strong candidate for this
Consider
4 Charmrose
Dividend : $2.00
Place
F: 20x21B(9)W(56.5)
( J-Craig Grylls )
( T-Mark Walker & Sam Bergerson )
Just the five starts and looks very promising. Nice win last start
Longer Odds
5 Detain
F: 6x01B(1)W(56.5)
( J-Michael McNab )
( T-Margaret Falconer )
Beat High Elation easily last start and that one won by six lengths yesterday!
Results
Race Dividends
Win 8 $ 9.40
Place1 8 $ 2.30
Place2 4 $ 2.00
Place3 6 $ 1.40
Quinella 4:8 $ 29.10
Trifecta 8:4:6 $ 193.10
First4 8:4:6:5 $ 1146.20
Race 3 - Peter Kelly - Bayleys Real Estate (Bm75)
Time: 1:36 PM | Distance: 2100 m | Prize $ 65000
Top Pick
4 Aftermath
Dividend : $6.50, $2.10
Won
F: 47931B(2)W(57.5)
( J-Ace Lawson-Carroll )
( T-Shaun & Emma Clotworthy )
Stable has this one in fine fettle at the ,moment and progressed to a commanding win when stepped up to this distance last start.
Main Danger
6 Northeasterly
F: 3x611B(11)W(56.5)
( J-George Rooke )
( T-Roger James & Robert Wellwood )
Just the five starts so impressive to have won its last two. Wide draw in a competitive field is the concern this time
Next Best
1 Sinhaman
F: 24712B(5)W(59.0)
( J-Rory Hutchings )
( T-Stephen Marsh )
As is the case with Stephen Marsh, he has given this one time and put it up to middle distance two back. Ready, it won well and might well have been two from two.
Consider
2 Utopian Wine
Dividend : $2.90
Place
F: x3117B(8)W(58.5)
( J-Ryan Elliot )
( T-Bill Thurlow )
Trainer has had a terrific season and this one ran well in a G3 behind its stablemate last time. Expected to be thereabouts
Longer Odds
9 Northern Raider
F: 68136B(6)W(55.0)
( J-Ulrika Holmquist )
( T-T R Te Keeti )
Sure to set them a merry pace again and if given a soft lead, could make things interesting
Results
Race Dividends
Win 4 $ 6.50
Place1 4 $ 2.10
Place2 10 $ 2.70
Place3 2 $ 2.90
Quinella 4:10 $ 33.30
Trifecta 4:10:2 $ 460.70
First4 4:10:2:13 $ 8000.00
Double 8:4 $ 66.30
Treble 10:8:4 $ 3290.50
Race 4 - David & Karyn Ellis Fillies Classic (G2)
Time: 2:11 PM | Distance: 2000 m | Prize $ 275000
Top Pick
1 Leica Lucy
Dividend : $1.30, $1.00
Won
F: 1211B(1)W(56.5)
( J-Craig Grylls )
( T-Robbie Patterson )
Very impressive in winning a G# at Trentham three weeks ago and looks like this filly has a big future. Up to 2000m shouldn't be an issue
Main Danger
2 Myakkabelle
Dividend : $2.40
Place
F: 11354B(3)W(56.5)
( J-Vinnie Colgan )
( T-Ben & Ryan Foote )
Tested at G2 level in last two starts and hasn't been far off them. Has had the one run at this distance
Next Best
5 Alaskan
F: 731B(8)W(56.5)
( J-George Rooke )
( T-Shaune Ritchie & Colm Murray )
Just the three runs and progressed nicely in every one, winning its maiden last time over this distance. Early days for it to be in this company but does look to have upside
Consider
6 Top Shelf
Dividend : $1.90
Place
F: 41B(4)W(56.5)
( J-Michael McNab )
( T-Mark Walker & Sam Bergerson )
Te Akau runner with just the two starts but good enough to win at just second time at the races. Possible place
Longer Odds
9 Luvabeel
F: 56B(2)W(56.5)
( J-Joshua Parr )
( T-Mark Walker & Sam Bergerson )
Te Akau have enlisted a top Australian jockey for this one and he can add to its chances
Results
Race Dividends
Win 1 $ 1.30
Place1 1 $ 1.00
Place2 6 $ 1.90
Place3 2 $ 2.40
Quinella 1:6 $ 4.40
Trifecta 1:6:2 $ 16.70
First4 1:6:2:4 $ 56.90
Race 5 - Sir Patrick Hogan Karapiro Classic
Time: 2:53 PM | Distance: 1600 m | Prize $ 350000
Top Pick
Best "Each Way"
2 Lanikai
F: 03121B(3)W(58.0)
( J-Ryan Elliot )
( T-Tony Pike )
Trainer is quoted is having some big races in mind for this one and this will be a test of its ability to run at that level. It got the nod in where it mattered last start and will prove hard to beat today
Main Danger
1 Ever Charm
F: 32x11B(7)W(58.0)
( J-Kevin Stott )
( T-Lance O'Sullivan & Andrew Scott )
Still a maiden after eleven starts but its five month spell saw it strengthen up and it has won both races since resuming. Senior rider adds the value today
Next Best
11 Risque Ruler
Dividend : $5.70, $2.30
Won
F: 82112B(13)W(56.0)
( J-Chris Dell )
( T-Janelle Millar )
Janelle Millar has had her best season and in this one, she could have a pretty decent type. Came from last to win a Ellerslie two back over 1300m so this step up to 1600m should be to advantage. Maybe the wide draw won't be a factor
Consider
7 Our Time
Dividend : $2.80
Place
F: 621B(6)W(57.0)
( J-Rory Hutchings )
( T-Peter Lock )
Did it nicely when breaking maidens over distance prior to Christmas. The early odds have been snapped up so there's confidence in its chances
Longer Odds
4 Pennine Way
F: x3321B(10)W(57.0)
( J-Craig Grylls )
( T-Ross McCarroll )
5yo with just the five starts, so they have been very patient. Might well have paid off if its maiden win on Boxing Day is any indication
Results
Race Dividends
Win 11 $ 5.70
Place1 11 $ 2.30
Place2 7 $ 2.80
Place3 9 $ 2.80
Quinella 7:11 $ 18.80
Trifecta 11:7:9 $ 319.10
First4 11:7:9:1 $ 1669.10
Double 1:11 $ 4.40
Race 6 - Herbie Dyke Stakes (G1)
Time: 3:28 PM | Distance: 2000 m | Prize $ 700000
Top Pick
1 El Vencedor
Dividend : $2.00, $1.20
Won
F: 01031B(2)W(59.0)
( J-Rory Hutchings )
( T-Stephen Marsh )
Our Top Pick last week, despite dropping back to 1500m, when we said we thought it was in career best form. It bolted in and will be better suited to the 2000m today
Main Danger
3 Numerian
F: 9x873B(6)W(59.0)
( J-Joshua Parr )
( T-Annabel Neasham )
Over from Australia and a 9yo now but still looks capable of putting them to the test. Has won $3.3m so could be argued it has the best credentials in the field
Next Best
10 La Crique
Dividend : $1.30
Place
F: x2122B(1)W(57.0)
( J-Michael McNab )
( T-Simon & Katrina Alexander )
Lovely mare and its record speaks for itself. Just missed against Snazzytavy in a G1 at Ellerslie last start. Rails draw to advantage
Consider
2 Ladies Man
F: 82414B(7)W(59.0)
( J-Kevin Stott )
( T-Allan Sharrock )
First run since Boxing Day but sure to be spot on. Has to be considered as one of the main chances the way it has been running this time up
Longer Odds
4 Sharp 'N' Smart
F: 03030B(9)W(59.0)
( J-Ryan Elliot )
( T-Graeme & Debbie Rogerson )
Yet to be convinced it can get to its earlier performance levels but ha put in the odd good run. Up to the 2000m will certainly help today
Results
Race Dividends
Win 1 $ 2.00
Place1 1 $ 1.20
Place2 10 $ 1.30
Place3 7 $ 4.90
Quinella 1:10 $ 2.30
Trifecta 1:10:7 $ 54.40
First4 1:10:7:2 $ 183.70
Treble 1:11:1 $ 18.70
Race 7 - Legacy Lodge Waikato Guineas (G2)
Time: 4:03 PM | Distance: 2000 m | Prize $ 275000
Top Pick
5 Golden Century
F: 3322B(1)W(57.0)
( J-Ryan Elliot )
( T-Tony Pike )
Another one Tony Pike has high hopes for and, although a maiden, he says it is progressive and wants to test its ability to compete in better company. Could be a Derby contender
Main Danger
1 Tuxedo
Dividend : $2.40, $1.30
Won
F: 1122B(8)W(57.0)
( J-Joe Doyle )
( T-Shaune Ritchie & Colm Murray )
Clearly the one with the best credentials here and the stable is flying. Finished the 1600m off strongly last start so one would think the 2000m will be ideal
Next Best
3 Bourbon Proof
Dividend : $1.40
Place
F: 42214B(9)W(57.0)
( J-Michael McNab )
( T-Stephen Marsh )
Nearly 2 1/2 lengths behind Tuxedo last start but was seen to be finishing to good effect and over 2000m that may not be an issue. Hard not to rate a Stephen Marsh runner as a strong chance
Consider
7 Amazing Fluke
Dividend : $3.50
Place
F: 7514B(2)W(57.0)
( J-Rory Hutchings )
( T-Tony Pike )
Tony Pike also runs this colt. There is not a lot of depth in the field so is worth a closer look
Longer Odds
10 Prochester
F: 95461B(4)W(57.0)
( J-Warren Kennedy )
( T-Andrew Forsman )
We rate Andrew Forsman highly so the fact he has put one in that has just won its maiden, says he must think highly of it
Results
Race Dividends
Win 1 $ 2.40
Place1 1 $ 1.30
Place2 3 $ 1.40
Place3 7 $ 3.50
Quinella 1:3 $ 2.90
Trifecta 1:3:7 $ 60.70
First4 1:3:7:5 $ 229.80
Double 1:1 $ 6.40
Race 8 - Bcd Group Sprint (G1)
Time: 4:39 PM | Distance: 1400 m | Prize $ 500000
Top Pick
12 Savaglee
Dividend : $1.80
Place
F: 111x1B(4)W(55.5)
( J-Sam Spratt )
( T-Pam Gerard )
This 3yo did it as it liked last time and we loved its acceleration when Sam Spratt said 'go' in a G2 at Trentham four weeks ago. Don't think we've seen the best of this colt
Main Danger
9 Grail Seeker
F: 9x1x1B(2)W(57.0)
( J-Kevin Stott )
( T-Lance O'Sullivan & Andrew Scott )
Another super impressive winner last start, finishing over them in style in the Telegraph five weeks ago. Very hard to beat
Next Best
1 Here To Shock
Dividend : $3.00, $1.50
Won
F: 21101B(9)W(59.0)
( J-Nash Rawiller )
( T-Ben, Will & Jd Hayes )
Prolific winner in Australia with a good strike rate and stakes of over $2.6m. Wide draw the challenge
Consider
2 Waitak
F: 33296B(5)W(59.0)
( J-George Rooke )
( T-Lance O'Sullivan & Andrew Scott )
In form stable and we've seen this one blow them away before. Wasn't far away behind Crocetti two weeks ago
Longer Odds
13 Bosustow
Dividend : $2.50
Place
F: 64261B(1)W(55.5)
( J-Joshua Parr )
( T-Annabel Neasham )
This 3yo is over from Australia, having won the Gold Coast Guineas last start in good fashion. Gets every chance from rails draw and the early money suggests there's a lot of confidence in its chances
Results
Race Dividends
Win 1 $ 3.00
Place1 1 $ 1.50
Place2 13 $ 2.50
Place3 12 $ 1.80
Quinella 1:13 $ 17.10
Trifecta 1:13:12 $ 119.30
First4 1:13:12:2 $ 781.10
Race 9 - Dr John Southworth Memorial Vase (Bm75)
Time: 5:13 PM | Distance: 1200 m | Prize $ 65000
Top Pick
The 'Day's Best'
3 December
F: 8x5x2B(7)W(59.0)
( J-George Rooke )
( T-Roger James & Robert Wellwood )
Might be a bit better than the opposition her today. A winner of three from eight, one a Stakes race, it was considered good enough to run in a G3 a couple of times. Better for resuming run
Main Danger
9 Slipper Island
F: 36931B(3)W(56.5)
( J-Rory Hutchings )
( T-Tony Pike )
Tony Pike turned to Rory Hutchings last start and he duly got it home at Trentham. A well considered 5yo, it looks sure to be there at the business end
Next Best
14 Miss Bo Peep
Dividend : $8.80, $2.80
Won
F: 7x115B(7)W(54.5)
( J-Craig Grylls )
( T-Lance O'Sullivan & Andrew Scott )
Looked likely to string them together after winning two races comfortably in the spring but didn't go on with it. Resumes after a spell and goes well in that state
Consider
7 Smokeshow
F: 4x210B(2)W(57.5)
( J-Harry Grace )
( T-Lance O'Sullivan & Andrew Scott )
Twice a winner from its ten starts, it has also been runner up six times! Inside draw another win is not far away
Longer Odds
11 Rayet
F: 13352B(1)W(55.5)
( J-Courtney Barnes )
( T-Ben & Ryan Foote )
We think this 4yo mare is a little under-rated. Honest and always thereabouts. Rails draw helps here today