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Bred to be handy and it wasn't far away in a recent trial. Should use the inside draw to its advantage, so watch for a strong betting move.
Main Danger
7 First Light
F:B(1)W(55.5)
( J-Wiremu Pinn )
( T-Mark Walker & Sam Bergerson )
Te Akau doesn't often miss with its juveniles, and punters get better odds than expected. A win wouldn't surprise, so include for value.
Next Best
2 Home Secretary
F: 3B(6)W(55.5)
( J-Matt Cartwright )
( T-Tony Pike )
Having already had a run could help, and it wasn't far away when third. Wouldn't surprise us to see it improve on that position.
Consider
3 Enchantment
Dividend :
Place
F: 3B(5)W(55.5)
( J-Vinnie Colgan )
( T-Mark Walker & Sam Bergerson )
Will have learnt a lot from debut run down in Otaki and a chance in this small field
Longer Odds
5 Andalusia
F:B(4)W(55.5)
( J-Jasmine Fawcett )
( T-Pam Gerard )
Only fair at the trials but the Gerard stable is having a fine run with its youngsters. Include at odds.
Results
Race Dividends
Win 1 $ 3.10
Place1 1 $ 1.80
Place2 4 $ 3.20
Quinella 1:4 $ 8.30
Trifecta 1:4:3 $ 45.10
First4 1:4:3:7 $ 84.20
Race 2 - CURE KIDS 2400
Time: 1:06 PM | Distance: 2400 m | Prize $ 55000
Top Pick
1 Boxmoss
F: 11451B(5)W(59.0)
( J-Warren Kennedy )
( T-Chris Wood )
Loved the way it drove to the line when winning earlier this month. That is a terrific form guide for this race, and it can carry weight to victory.
Main Danger
6 Santa Catalina
Dividend : $3.70, $1.20
Won
F: 37162B(6)W(54.5)
( J-Craig Grylls )
( T-Peter & Shaun McKay )
Solid enough form this preparation, including a win three back. It has been confidently backed to win, which is a good sign.
Next Best
2 The Prophet
F: X5466B(3)W(58.5)
( J-Masa Hashizume )
( T-Cody Cole )
Yet to fully let down this campaign, but we're happy to give it another chance. The ability is there, and meeting an even field could help.
Consider
8 Ramblin' Rose
Dividend : $2.90
Place
F: 32798B(7)W(54.0)
( J-Darren Danis )
( T-Darrell Hollinshead )
Getting down to 54kg could be enough to see it figure in the finish. Better than what its last three starts suggest, so allow it another chance.
Longer Odds
7 Pointer
Dividend : $7.10
Place
F: 05109B(2)W(54.0)
( J-Tayla Mitchell )
( T-Darrell Hollinshead )
A winner three back, and dropping to 53kg could see that form come back.
Results
Race Dividends
Win 6 $ 3.70
Place1 6 $ 1.20
Place2 8 $ 2.90
Place3 7 $ 7.10
Quinella 6:8 $ 24.20
Trifecta 6:8:7 $ 414.40
First4 6:8:7:4 $ 2097.10
Race 3 - MONDIALE VGL MDN 1300
Time: 1:40 PM | Distance: 1300 m | Prize $ 30000
Top Pick
5 Navy Ensign
Dividend : $1.10
Place
F: 22B(11)W(57.0)
( J-Matt Cartwright )
( T-Murray Thompson )
A lot to like about its back-to-back placings, and it won't take long to break maidens. Just needs some luck from a wide draw.
Main Danger
4 Deprive
Dividend : $2.10
Place
F: 22B(8)W(57.0)
( J-Sam McNab )
( T-Bruce Wallace & Grant Cooksley )
Another runner with two starts for two second placings. Not quite the depth of the favourite, but getting 3kg off will help with that.
Next Best
10 Woman In Charge
F: 223B(6)W(55.0)
( J-Craig Grylls )
( T-Mark Walker & Sam Bergerson )
Three starts for three placings. It has had its chance to win those races, but it might have needed some maturity. Could be time to strike now.
Consider
6 O'Hello
F:B(10)W(57.0)
( J-Masa Hashizume )
( T-Lance O'Sullivan & Andrew Scott )
Not an easy race to debut in. Trial form has been good, and it could settle handy from an outside draw. Can't be overlooked.
Longer Odds
3 Super Legocy
F: 7B(9)W(58.5)
( J-Sam Weatherley )
( T-Stephen Marsh )
Likely to improve following a tough debut, and the odds are generous. Upset danger.
Results
Race Dividends
Win 8 $ 12.20
Place1 8 $ 3.20
Place2 5 $ 1.10
Place3 4 $ 2.10
Quinella 5:8 $ 13.80
Trifecta 8:5:4 $ 159.00
First4 8:5:4:6 $ 1125.90
Double 6:8 $ 33.60
Treble 1:6:8 $ 234.50
Race 4 - NHR GROUP HANDICAP 1300
Time: 2:15 PM | Distance: 1300 m | Prize $ 65000
Top Pick
The 'Day's Best'
5 Frostfair
Dividend : $1.60
Place
F: 4X784B(4)W(54.0)
( J-Warren Kennedy )
( T-Lance Noble )
It has always had plenty of ability, and it should thrive against this opposition. Should have finished closer last start, so it goes on top here.
Main Danger
3 Mosinvader
F: 224X2B(1)W(55.5)
( J-Matt Cartwright )
( T-Lance O'Sullivan & Andrew Scott )
Never too far away from the prize, and there has been some market confidence. Getting the inside draw with a good weight is a bonus.
Next Best
7 Super Photon
F: 7108XB(2)W(54.0)
( J-Craig Grylls )
( T-Stephen Marsh )
Fresh up, and it's a runner that has loads of ability, but needs to find some manners. Talented enough to put this field away, but which Super Photon turns up?
Consider
2 First Five
Dividend : $2.30
Place
F: 212X4B(9)W(56.0)
( J-Wiremu Pinn )
( T-David Greene )
It doesn't know how to run a bad race. It ran well for fourth fresh up, and natural improvement is enough to take it close again.
Longer Odds
1 Mercurial
F: 0X56XB(5)W(60.0)
( J-Sam McNab )
( T-Stephen Marsh )
Fresh up form reads well enough, and it shouldn't be too far away. Worth including at the odds.
Results
Race Dividends
Win 9 $ 8.40
Place1 9 $ 2.30
Place2 2 $ 2.30
Place3 5 $ 1.60
Quinella 2:9 $ 26.70
Trifecta 9:2:5 $ 278.50
First4 9:2:5:3 $ 734.90
Race 5 - VOMO RACING FOR CUREKIDS 2100
Time: 2:57 PM | Distance: 2100 m | Prize $ 55000
Top Pick
15 Daring Dame
F: X1093B(9)W(56.0)
( J-Warren Kennedy )
( T-Lance Noble )
It will need a touch of luck from a wide barrier, but it has time to find cover. Ran well enough last time out to consider at this level.
Main Danger
11 Si Exquis
F: 54908B(1)W(57.0)
( J-Masa Hashizume )
( T-Simon & Katrina Alexander )
A touch frustrating to back this season, but we're prepared to give it one more chance. Getting the inside draw is a bonus.
Next Best
6 Sonoran
Dividend : $3.50
Place
F: 21765B(13)W(58.5)
( J-Darren Danis )
( T-Vicki Prendergast )
A winner earlier this prep, and although its form since has been only fair, it could sharpen up nicely for this race.
Consider
4 Intoxicated
F: 52183B(4)W(58.5)
( J-Sam Weatherley )
( T-Stephen Marsh )
Another runner that scored well three starts back. Yet to fire in two attempts at Ellerslie, but it adds depth to this field.
Longer Odds
7 Trust Alone
F: X2294B(10)W(58.0)
( J-Craig Grylls )
( T-Andrew Forsman )
Seen finishing to good effect last time and Craig Grylls is in the saddle today, adding to its chances
Results
Race Dividends
Win 8 $ 15.30
Place1 8 $ 4.30
Place2 6 $ 3.50
Place3 12 $ 4.90
Quinella 6:8 $ 57.80
Trifecta 8:6:12 $ 2052.90
First4 8:6:12:10 $ 12918.10
Double 9:8 $ 163.20
Race 6 - TREVOR & CORALLIE EAGLE MEMORIAL 3YO (L)
Time: 3:35 PM | Distance: 1500 m | Prize $ 100000
Top Pick
3 Happy Youmzain
F: X1463B(9)W(57.0)
( J-Sam McNab )
( T-Tony Pike )
Tony Pike was considering sending this one down to the 2000 Guineas at Riccarton at one stage so clearly well though of. Can get win number two today
Main Danger
5 To The Max
F: 41B(8)W(57.0)
( J-Masa Hashizume )
( T-Roger James & Robert Wellwood )
Took its debut experience forward to win impressively when finishing over them to win at Rotorua last time. That was over 1230m so is going to love this 1500m
Next Best
1 Towering Vision
F: 312X5B(5)W(57.0)
( J-Wiremu Pinn )
( T-Mark Walker & Sam Bergerson )
No doubt this one will be winning more races and looks the main contender here, having beaten Happy Youmzain at its last start
Consider
2 Faultless
F: 03024B(1)W(57.0)
( J-Craig Grylls )
( T-Peter & Shaun McKay )
All its last 4 races have been in Stakes races and beat both the two favourites here when running second behind Affirmitive Action two back. Rails draw and Craig Grylls on the reins today
Longer Odds
12 Unrestrained
F: 2403B(2)W(55.0)
( J-Sam Weatherley )
( T-Rudy Liefting )
Only the four starts but has shown enough to suggest it could be a good future prospect. Sam Weatherley rides
Results
Race Dividends
Win 11 $ 11.50
Place1 11 $ 3.30
Place2 10 $ 2.80
Place3 7 $ 8.20
Quinella 10:11 $ 44.00
Trifecta 11:10:7 $ 1997.10
First4 11:10:7:1 $ 12445.40
Treble 9:8:11 $ 1504.00
Race 7 - HARRISONS 1100
Time: 4:08 PM | Distance: 1100 m | Prize $ 55000
Top Pick
9 Hankee Alpha
Dividend : $1.60
Place
F: 1550XB(9)W(54.5)
( J-Masa Hashizume )
( T-Lance O'Sullivan & Andrew Scott )
Two excellent wins as a 3yo, and up against the best in the country in its other races. Always looked likely to be better with time and its recent trial win affirms that it has trained on
Main Danger
1 Sweynesday
Dividend : $4.30, $1.80
Won
F: 1212XB(4)W(61.0)
( J-Sam McNab )
( T-Roger James & Robert Wellwood )
Three wins and three seconds from 6 starts and more to come for this 5yo. Impressive win in its last trial to prepare and has drawn a nice gate
Next Best
4 Have A Crack
Dividend : $2.80
Place
F: LX113B(3)W(57.0)
( J-Tayla Mitchell )
( T-Chad Ormsby )
Third when resuming, behind a very good one, earlier in the month and will be improved for the run. Progressing in the right direction
Consider
2 Charmrose
F: 26X11B(2)W(57.5)
( J-Hayley Hassman )
( T-Mark Walker & Sam Bergerson )
This 5yo mare has stepped up a notch or two to win both its starts this campaign. Inside draw and talented apprentice is on a winning run right now
Longer Odds
Best "Roughie"
3 Judicial
F: 4X32XB(5)W(57.5)
( J-Vinnie Colgan )
( T-Ben & Ryan Foote )
A stable that has a great strike rate with fresh up runners and this 3yo signalled its potential last season. Might surprise them
Results
Race Dividends
Win 1 $ 4.30
Place1 1 $ 1.80
Place2 4 $ 2.80
Place3 9 $ 1.60
Quinella 1:4 $ 14.90
Trifecta 1:4:9 $ 94.70
First4 1:4:9:12 $ 727.30
Double 11:1 $ 45.10
Race 8 - BAYLEYS GREAT NORTHERN CHALLENGE STAKES (G3)
Time: 4:42 PM | Distance: 1600 m | Prize $ 120000
Top Pick
1 El Vencedor
Dividend : $1.10
Place
F: X5721B(7)W(59.0)
( J-Wiremu Pinn )
( T-Stephen Marsh )
Sat on the pace over 2000m last time, going well, and won under a confident ride from Wiremu Pinn. Drops back to 1600m but that won't be an issue
Main Danger
2 Meaningful Star
F: X0822B(6)W(56.0)
( J-Matt Cartwright )
( T-Bruce Wallace & Grant Cooksley )
winner of nearly $1.8m, this 8yo is also very classy and looks a length or two better than the rest. Just missed when finishing strongly last start
Next Best
9 Mary Shan
Dividend : $7.30, $1.90
Won
F: 0X171B(5)W(53.0)
( J-Craig Grylls )
( T-Andrew Forsman )
Wiremu Pinn rode last time so he'll know how this one stands relative to his ride. It did look back to its best two weeks ago though and should be in a place
Consider
7 You Say D'Orsay
F: 25X33B(4)W(55.0)
( J-Tayla Mitchell )
( T-Chris Wood )
Very honest and sure to give a good account of itself, but we don't see it winning
Longer Odds
3 Nereus
Dividend : $5.50
Place
F: 280X5B(2)W(56.0)
( J-Vinnie Colgan )
( T-Shaune Ritchie & Colm Murray )
A 6yo now, it hasn't run to expectations over the last couple of seasons. No doubt the stable will look to it recapturing that form this campaign
Results
Race Dividends
Win 9 $ 7.30
Place1 9 $ 1.90
Place2 1 $ 1.10
Place3 3 $ 5.50
Quinella 1:9 $ 3.80
Trifecta 9:1:3 $ 243.00
First4 9:1:3:2 $ 981.10
Race 9 - PREZZY CARD 1300
Time: 5:19 PM | Distance: 1300 m | Prize $ 55000
Top Pick
Best "Each Way"
9 Rise Companions
Dividend : $4.10, $1.70
Won
F: 25X1B(9)W(59.0)
( J-Masa Hashizume )
( T-Simon & Katrina Alexander )
A 5yo with just the 3 runs, having only debuted in April, the patience looks to already being paid off because it has looked good in all its run, clearing maidens last time
Main Danger
14 Atlanta Gold
F: 31B(11)W(57.0)
( J-Tayla Mitchell )
( T-Allan Morley )
This 4yo mare looks likely to be there at the business end, after seeing it win at only its second start at Pukekohe a month ago. Good apprentice rides
Next Best
2 Inside Out
Dividend : $2.50
Place
F: 155X2B(1)W(60.0)
( J-Sam Weatherley )
( T-Darryn & Briar Weatherley )
Resumed 4 weeks ago to finish within a 1/2 length of the winner. Sam sticks with it today for his family trainers and a win wouldn't surprise
Consider
11 Bellarista
F: 03X22B(5)W(58.0)
( J-Craig Grylls )
( T-Stephen Marsh )
Two close up finishes this campaign and Stephen Marsh now hands the reins to Craig Grylls. He'll certainly add to its chances today
Longer Odds
12 Scouser
F: 45X25B(13)W(58.0)
( J-Warren Kennedy )
( T-Cody Cole )
Third up today and looks a chance. Wide draw to overcome but Warren Kennedy is the jockey to take care of that