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Best run in seven starts last time when second and has the best jockey in the race on its back here
Main Danger
12 Shockiff
F: 36526B(11)W(67.0)
( J-Portia Matthews )
( T-Mark Oulaghan )
Ran second when last time in a highweight so rates a chance of a similar result here
Next Best
4 Lucky Coral
F: 0X30B(2)W(69.0)
( J-Sam O'Malley )
( T-Kurtis Pertab )
This stable has rolled out the winners during the last week and this one has to be considered a chance to add to that
Consider
13 Sweet Ada
F: 785XB(8)W(67.0)
( J-Shaun Fannin )
( T-Shaun and Hazel Fannin )
A stable that can't be overlooked in this type of race
Longer Odds
11 Come To Terms
Dividend : $11.50, $3.40
Won
F: 07247B(5)W(67.0)
( J-Will Featherstone )
( T-Paul Pascoe )
Wasn't far away in a maiden three back and won't be long in winning. Will find this highweight a bit easier
Results
Race Dividends
Win 11 $ 11.50
Place1 11 $ 3.40
Place2 1 $ 10.80
Place3 3 $ 2.50
Quinella 1:11 $ 262.70
Trifecta 11:1:3 $ 1151.30
Race 2 - PIONEER
Time: 12:57 PM | Distance: 2100 m | Prize $ 17000
Top Pick
The 'Day's Best'
2 Fourty Eight
Dividend : $1.90, $1.30
Won
F: 192X2B(1)W(70.0)
( J-Shaun Fannin )
( T-Shaun and Hazel Fannin )
Interesting to see the trainer/jockey take back the reins here, after it just missed with Troy Harris up when resuming. They must be confident of its chances. Rails draw
Main Danger
6 Tutin Cans
F: 090X4B(4)W(66.5)
( J-Lemmy Douglas )
( T-J J Rayner )
Liked the way it finished its race off last time, its first for five months, and now in a highweight. This jockey is good value in these races
Next Best
5 Justice
Dividend : $1.60
Place
F: 14X64B(3)W(67.5)
( J-Kylan Wiles )
( T-Dean Wiles )
Has been racing in R65's in the north and will find this easier. Good stable and jockey
Consider
1 So Call Me
F: 468X0B(7)W(72.0)
( J-Hamish McNeill )
( T-Kevin Myers )
The Myers stable runs four here and this one looks to have a bit more ability than the others
Longer Odds
4 Invisible Spirit
F: F3X88B(9)W(69.5)
( J-Joshua Parker )
( T-Kevin Myers )
Another of the Myers runners and will better this time as it lost its chance by getting back early last time
Results
Race Dividends
Win 2 $ 1.90
Place1 2 $ 1.30
Place2 8 $ 6.00
Place3 5 $ 1.60
Quinella 2:8 $ 46.50
Trifecta 2:8:5 $ 309.60
First4 2:8:5:6 $ 1682.40
Double 11:2 $ 25.60
Race 3 - ENTAIN/NZB INSURANCE PEARL SERIES MAIDEN 1400
Time: 1:36 PM | Distance: 1400 m | Prize $ 17000
Top Pick
8 Shamokin
F:B(4)W(57.5)
( J-Kate Hercock )
( T-Kurtis Pertab )
Good prospect if its trials are anything to go by and stable had three winners during the last week
Main Danger
12 Belle's Charm
F:B(2)W(57.5)
( J-Leah Hemi )
( T-Lisa Latta )
We've liked to look of this Lisa Latta trained runner in the trials and with the inside gate, could be making a winning debut
Next Best
1 Flutterbelle
Dividend : $9.00, $2.40
Won
F: 5X388B(1)W(57.5)
( J-Mereana Hudson )
( T-Ben & Ryan Foote )
Although a 16 start maiden, it might well have won a couple of races, so well has it gone when in the placings.
Consider
9 La Kwik
F: 5X0XB(3)W(57.5)
( J-Craig Grylls )
( T-Robbie Patterson )
Formidable trainer/jockey partnership that, judging by how short it is in the market, we should be rating higher. But was well backed in its last race in October but showed little so we're not seeing the value today
Longer Odds
6 Tarzana
F: 2X9X0B(7)W(57.5)
( J-Bruno Queiroz )
( T-Pam Gerard )
Pam Gerard has brought a number of horses down here today and tis one will be better for its first up run at Te Rapa
Results
Race Dividends
Win 1 $ 9.00
Place1 1 $ 2.40
Place2 4 $ 2.50
Place3 11 $ 4.00
Quinella 1:4 $ 21.30
Trifecta 1:4:11 $ 774.80
First4 1:4:11:3 $ 4325.00
Race 4 - MARK FROST ELECTRICAL
Time: 2:10 PM | Distance: 1400 m | Prize $ 17000
Top Pick
8 Lady Moana
F: X5952B(11)W(58.0)
( J-Leah Hemi )
( T-Clinton Isdale )
Is in top form and might well have won at Woodville just over two weeks ago. So this look like a winning opportunity for this 4yo mare now that Leah Hemi takes the reins
Main Danger
15 Wuruhi
F: 85574B(3)W(55.5)
( J-Bruno Queiroz )
( T-Paul Pascoe )
This Brazilian jockey, new to NZ racing, has hit the ground running and even won a Listed race yesterday. Sure to bring improvement to this one
Next Best
3 Horonuku
Dividend : $7.10, $2.60
Won
F: 82925B(10)W(60.0)
( J-Madan Singh )
( T-Trudy & Vaughan Keegan )
Not far behind Lady Moana last time and the trainers have now turned to a senior jockey to get the job done. Locally trained
Consider
11 Mood Painter
Dividend : $3.70
Place
F: 10X67B(6)W(57.5)
( J-Joe Nishizuka )
( T-Pam Gerard )
Has failed to make an impression yet this preparation but comes down from the north and won't get a better opportunity
Longer Odds
12 Lady Performer
F: 0X373B(9)W(57.0)
( J-Chris Dell )
( T-Lydia Pickford )
Consistently thereabouts and won't take much improvement to see it winning one shortly
Results
Race Dividends
Win 3 $ 7.10
Place1 3 $ 2.60
Place2 11 $ 3.70
Place3 10 $ 3.80
Quinella 3:11 $ 49.70
Trifecta 3:11:10 $ 615.60
First4 3:11:10:1 $ 4129.70
Double 1:3 $ 35.60
Treble 2:1:3 $ 188.30
Race 5 - GRANGEWILLIAM STUD MAIDEN 1200
Time: 2:57 PM | Distance: 1200 m | Prize $ 17000
Top Pick
10 War Queen
Dividend : $6.10, $2.20
Won
F:B(1)W(56.5)
( J-Ace Lawson-Carroll )
( T-Kurtis Pertab )
This stable's runners are going well as more are being sent to race day. Trials suggest this could be another winner
Main Danger
8 Casino
F: 2B(13)W(56.5)
( J-Kavish Chowdhoory )
( T-Bryce Newman )
Ran well for second when on debut and well supported. Came out of a wide gate on that occasion and has drawn even wider today. That experience helps though
Next Best
1 Merchant Banker
F: 3327XB(3)W(58.5)
( J-Bridget Grylls )
( T-Gavin Sharrock )
Three seconds from its six starts last campaign and now resumes after a six month break. Under-rated trainer
Consider
5 Beauesk
F:B(2)W(58.5)
( J-Craig Grylls )
( T-Robbie Patterson )
On debut and the trainer/jockey strike rate is superb. Worth taking a closer look at the tote for an indication of its chances
Longer Odds
7 Good Craic
Dividend : $2.20
Place
F: 78242B(6)W(56.5)
( J-Amber Riddell )
( T-Lisa Latta )
Such an honest and genuine mare, it has to be considered a place chance
Results
Race Dividends
Win 10 $ 6.10
Place1 10 $ 2.20
Place2 7 $ 2.20
Place3 9 $ 4.30
Quinella 7:10 $ 19.70
Trifecta 10:7:9 $ 317.20
First4 10:7:9:5 $ 1395.50
Race 6 - DOWNER GROUP NEW ZEALAND
Time: 3:22 PM | Distance: 1200 m | Prize $ 17000
Top Pick
2 Wire Rope
Dividend : $2.10
Place
F: 2655XB(6)W(59.5)
( J-Triston Moodley )
( T-Bill Thurlow )
Was mooted as having a lot of ability in its last campaign but its behaviour was a bit wayward at times. With maturity after its spell, might be ready to fulfil expectations
Main Danger
11 Get Funky
F: 54841B(4)W(56.5)
( J-Amber Riddell )
( T-Lisa Latta )
A last start winner here 12 days ago, the money has come since opening and it might well go back to back
Next Best
14 Violetsrblue
F: 266X2B(2)W(55.5)
( J-Chris Dell )
( T-Tracey Bliss )
Hit the line well here 12 days ago for resuming and with expected improvement, won't be far away. Inside gate to advantage
Consider
8 Girls Light Up
F: 7233XB(7)W(57.5)
( J-Leah Hemi )
( T-Ben & Ryan Foote )
Just the one win but has been second 7 times! Stable whose runners are renowned for going well fresh up
Longer Odds
1 Dragon Biscuit
F: 65048B(3)W(60.0)
( J-Joe Nishizuka )
( T-Pam Gerard )
Another of the Pam Gerard team down for this meet and looks the value bet in the race
Results
Race Dividends
Win 3 $ 15.70
Place1 3 $ 3.90
Place2 12 $ 2.90
Place3 2 $ 2.10
Quinella 3:12 $ 55.90
Trifecta 3:12:2 $ 725.10
First4 3:12:2:8 $ 2980.60
Double 10:3 $ 28.70
Race 7 - PCL WINEERA BROTHERS TARANAKI
Time: 3:58 PM | Distance: 2100 m | Prize $ 17000
Top Pick
Best "Each Way"
4 Phantom Dragon
F: 26460B(6)W(57.5)
( J-Bruno Queiroz )
( T-Pam Gerard )
A decent type and well capable of winning this. Interested to note how quickly trainers are using the services of this Brazilian jockey
Main Danger
1 Comedy
Dividend : $5.80, $2.00
Won
F: 27724B(7)W(60.0)
( J-Liam Kauri )
( T-Harvey Wilson )
Consistently good performer without winning too often. But this trainer knows a bit about horses and will be sure to have it winning shortly
Next Best
7 Rum Night
F: X6727B(3)W(56.5)
( J-Craig Grylls )
( T-Robbie Patterson )
Gives an indication that it has a future over these longer distances and should be in the mix today
Consider
12 Dresse' Par Joli
Dividend : $2.00
Place
F: X7003B(4)W(55.5)
( J-Kavish Chowdhoory )
( T-Allan Sharrock )
Albeit an open contest, we're surprised to see this one go out favourite. Yes, a good third last start but that was over 1650m and now steps back to 2100m, and yet to win at middle distance
Longer Odds
3 Grey Invador
F: 36631B(5)W(58.0)
( J-Bridget Grylls )
( T-Brendon McDermott )
It took this 4yo 19 starts to break maidens last time but it does look capable of going on with it and rising through the grades
Results
Race Dividends
Win 1 $ 5.80
Place1 1 $ 2.00
Place2 5 $ 2.50
Place3 12 $ 2.00
Quinella 1:5 $ 18.90
Trifecta 1:5:12 $ 152.90
First4 1:5:12:3 $ 589.10
Race 8 - WEIR BROTHERS
Time: 4:31 PM | Distance: 1600 m | Prize $ 17000
Top Pick
9 Astoria Brooke
Dividend : $2.50, $1.60
Won
F: 16071B(6)W(54.0)
( J-Craig Grylls )
( T-Cody Cole )
Promising 3yo filly that came out of gate 12 to win over distance at Te Rapa last time. That made it two wins from just seven starts and with the stable flying, can win again
Main Danger
10 Tavi Ann
F: 20339B(2)W(54.0)
( J-Courtney Barnes )
( T-Allan Sharrock )
Considering it was dropping back to 1600m last time, it was a good effort to be just 3 1/2 lengths from the winner at Whanganui, especially given it came out of gate 14. Well drawn today
Next Best
4 No Rain Ever
F: 0X336B(10)W(58.0)
( J-Triston Moodley )
( T-Bill Thurlow )
With a good trainer and would expect to see it there at the business end in a race like this
Consider
3 Major Major
F: 2X601B(10)W(58.5)
( J-Kate Hercock )
( T-Simon & Katrina Alexander )
Surprise winner when keeping on really well to win at Pukekohe three weeks ago and, if it can get on the pace early from its wide draw, could repeat the run
Longer Odds
Best "Roughie"
6 McKhan
Dividend : $2.10
Place
F: 3X782B(7)W(57.5)
( J-Toni Davies )
( T-Ashley Meadows )
Had a few of these more fancied runners behind it when second at Whanganui last start. So the odds look to be relatively generous