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Race 1 - WANGANUI-TARANAKI OWNERS ASSOCIATION MDN 1600
Time: 12:15 PM | Distance: 1600 m | Prize $ 25000
Top Pick
1 Nightowl
Dividend : $1.80
Place
F: 2502B(5)W(58.5)
( J-Bruno Queiroz )
( T-Guy Lowry & Leah Zydenbos )
A trial winner and two seconds from its 4 starts is testimony to its ability. Good effort when up to today's distance last time
Main Danger
11 La Prima Dama
Dividend : $5.00, $1.80
Won
F: 8X6B(9)W(56.5)
( J-Elen Nicholas )
( T-Roger James & Robert Wellwood )
Comes down from the north after finishing less than 3 lengths of a talented one at Ellerslie last time and should measure up to this field
Next Best
10 Annabelle
F: 346X8B(2)W(56.5)
( J-Amber Riddell )
( T-Johno Benner )
Hasn't run since September but they've come for it in a big way, in early betting. Inside draw and we're joining that support
Consider
7 Weownaranaway
F: 3X255B(8)W(56.5)
( J-Chris Dell )
( T-Jaimee-Lee Lupton )
Surprisingly, it was taken to Ellerslie for its last run and finished 1/2 length behind La Prima Dana. That certainly puts it in with a shout
Longer Odds
8 Princess Monica
F: 48X4B(7)W(56.5)
( J-Jim Chung )
( T-Simon Wilson )
Ran well in a weaker field when resuming two weeks ago and will be improved
Results
Race Dividends
Win 11 $ 5.00
Place1 11 $ 1.80
Place2 1 $ 1.80
Place3 4 $ 2.00
Quinella 1:11 $ 9.80
Trifecta 11:1:4 $ 92.60
First4 11:1:4:7 $ 240.50
Race 2 - DAVE HOSKIN CARRIERS MDN 1600
Time: 12:50 PM | Distance: 1600 m | Prize $ 25000
Top Pick
The 'Day's Best'
4 Undisputed
Dividend : $1.60
Place
F: 0X4B(11)W(58.5)
( J-Bruno Queiroz )
( T-Roger James & Robert Wellwood )
After trialling well, including winning two, was well backed on debut at Tauranga 4 weeks ago but found the wide draw too much. Comes south with that experience under its belt and this isn't a strong field and
Main Danger
1 Croix De Guerre
Dividend : $5.90, $2.00
Won
F: 8X226B(5)W(58.5)
( J-Kelly Myers )
( T-Johno Benner )
Three seconds from just 6 starts. Kelly Myers is reunited and Soft track more suitable
Next Best
2 Julianus
F: X6282B(3)W(58.5)
( J-Jonathan Riddell )
( T-Jo Rathbone )
Local trainer who has had a terrific few months. Up to 1600m last time, this 5yo came home fast late and just missed in a photo finish. That was from a wide gate too so better positioned in gate 3 today
Consider
10 Rocka Philly
F: 752B(8)W(56.5)
( J-Chris Dell )
( T-Janelle Millar )
New Plymouth trainer whose runners can't be overlooked, such is her strike rate
Longer Odds
9 Ned Kelly
F: 64B(6)W(57.0)
( J-Lynsey Satherley )
( T-John Wheeler )
This one looks a chance, and needs to go in your multis. Promising on debut earlier this month and not far away in Stakes race subsequently
Results
Race Dividends
Win 1 $ 5.90
Place1 1 $ 2.00
Place2 3 $ 1.50
Place3 4 $ 1.60
Quinella 1:3 $ 10.60
Trifecta 1:3:4 $ 80.70
First4 1:3:4:12 $ 513.70
Race 3 - EYEZON BEAVER MDN 2040
Time: 1:24 PM | Distance: 2040 m | Prize $ 25000
Top Pick
10 Snowflake
Dividend : $1.40
Place
F: 40533B(8)W(56.5)
( J-Bruno Queiroz )
( T-Guy Lowry & Leah Zydenbos )
Has come back a much more mature galloper this campaign and showed that when runner over today's distance for the first time four weeks ago. Has seen solid early support in the markets
Main Danger
1 Plain Sailing
F: 26X3B(11)W(58.5)
( J-Kate Hercock )
( T-Simon Wilson )
4yo that wasn't far away when resuming two weeks ago and fitter now. Straight up to middle distance for the first time now
Next Best
12 Platinum Goddess
Dividend : $13.20, $3.70
Won
F: 7X084B(3)W(56.5)
( J-Samantha Collett )
( T-Lisa Latta )
Note that Sam Collett rode northerner Rebel Rouser last time and has got off it to ride this Lisa Latta runner. Looks the trainers best chance in the race too
Consider
13 Vickezzmargaux
Dividend : $2.10
Place
F: 076X5B(6)W(56.5)
( J-Kelly Myers )
( T-John Bary )
Sam Collett rode this one too last time but Kelly Myers is a good replacement. Better for recent run
Longer Odds
8 Rebel Rouser
F: 6858B(1)W(57.0)
( J-Chris Dell )
( T-Steven Cole )
Down from the north and having had just the 4 runs, sure to have upside to previous performances
Results
Race Dividends
Win 12 $ 13.20
Place1 12 $ 3.70
Place2 10 $ 1.40
Place3 13 $ 2.10
Quinella 10:12 $ 17.60
Trifecta 12:10:13 $ 234.40
First4 12:10:13:11 $ 866.70
Double 1:12 $ 38.60
Treble 11:1:12 $ 397.00
Race 4 - GAS & HEATING 1200
Time: 1:59 PM | Distance: 1200 m | Prize $ 40000
Top Pick
8 Turn It Up
F: X2515B(1)W(57.0)
( J-Erin Leighton )
( T-Roydon Bergerson )
Good performance to win its maiden when fresh up. Third up today and can bounce back, after meeting a competitive field last start. Rails draw here
Main Danger
1 Rabega
Dividend : $3.90, $1.60
Won
F: 122X4B(11)W(60.0)
( J-Jonathan Riddell )
( T-Fraser Auret )
Locally trained and has put in some good runs in its 9 starts to date. The wide draw is the concern
Next Best
7 St Kilda
F: 1B(5)W(57.0)
( J-Samantha Collett )
( T-Cody Cole )
Hard to think this trainer/jockey partnership won't be in the finish here, given its from up north and won its only start
Consider
6 Poppy's Girl
Dividend : $1.90
Place
F: X446XB(4)W(57.0)
( J-Chris Dell )
( T-Shaun and Hazel Fannin )
Won a trial just over two weeks ago and from a stable that has a good record with fresh up runners
Longer Odds
3 Rippanall
F: 1XB(7)W(59.0)
( J-Jim Chung )
( T-Bill Thurlow and Sam O’Malley )
Won on debut as a warm favourite back in July and went for a spell after that. Resumes for trainer that has two in the race and might surprise
Results
Race Dividends
Win 1 $ 3.90
Place1 1 $ 1.60
Place2 6 $ 1.90
Place3 2 $ 2.80
Quinella 1:6 $ 11.30
Trifecta 1:6:2 $ 117.70
First4 1:6:2:7 $ 549.70
Race 5 - WANGANUI MOTORS AND THE DYKE FAMILY 1340
Time: 2:29 PM | Distance: 1340 m | Prize $ 40000
Top Pick
Best "Each Way"
7 Ploy
Dividend : $5.90, $2.10
Won
F: 31B(9)W(57.0)
( J-Samantha Collett )
( T-Cody Cole )
Top trainer/jockey partnership combine here again and they look a formidable partnership. Liked the way it picked them up in its maiden win last time and sure to have improved
Main Danger
2 Lantern Way
F: 499X2B(1)W(60.0)
( J-Jonathan Riddell )
( T-Lisa Latta )
Very exciting prospect two seasons ago when it won the Guineas on this track. However, never met expectations but resuming run suggested it could be in for a good campaign
Next Best
4 Casino
F: 2X12B(2)W(58.0)
( J-Kate Hercock )
( T-Bryce Newman )
A talented 4yo with just the three runs but, we thought, disappointing last start when beaten by Toronto. Time may prove that's a decent type
Consider
10 Only The Lonely
Dividend : $2.80
Place
F: 2316XB(11)W(56.5)
( J-Jim Chung )
( T-Bryce Newman )
Resuming and trainer also runs the favourite. Last run was when it was stepped up in a Stakes race in March and subsequently spelled. Sure to have matured
Longer Odds
12 Tivaci's Affair
F: 0430XB(7)W(56.5)
( J-Bruno Queiroz )
( T-Kevin & Stephen Gray )
This mare is well thought of at home and resumes after a 6 month spell. Bruno has a terrific relationship with the stable and noted he travelled down to ride it in its last trial
Results
Race Dividends
Win 7 $ 5.90
Place1 7 $ 2.10
Place2 10 $ 2.80
Place3 5 $ 4.50
Quinella 7:10 $ 26.00
Trifecta 7:10:5 $ 486.80
First4 7:10:5:2 $ 4533.00
Double 1:7 $ 17.70
Race 6 - THE O'LEARYS FILLIES STAKES (L)
Time: 3:05 PM | Distance: 1340 m | Prize $ 80000
Top Pick
1 War Princess
Dividend : $1.20
Place
F: 0X711B(2)W(56.5)
( J-Samantha Collett )
( T-Peter and Trent Didham )
The Didhams have a nice prospect in this 3yo filly and she has won 4 of her 6 races. They put her to the test at Tauranga last time and held on to win. Looks progressive
Main Danger
2 Lubeck
F: 12X12B(1)W(56.5)
( J-Courtney Barnes )
( T-Stephen Marsh )
Clearly a big danger to our Top Pick given it ran it so close last time
Next Best
8 Marokopa Falls
Dividend : $2.90
Place
F: 40X45B(3)W(56.5)
( J-Bruno Queiroz )
( T-Mark Walker & Sam Bergerson )
Te Akau runner that was behind our top two picks last time but could run them closer over this extra distance
Consider
9 Places To Be
F: 18B(9)W(56.5)
( J-Kate Hercock )
( T-Kelly Van Dyk )
Looks to own a bit of ability and best judged on its maiden win, as well beaten when out of its class in the Soliliquy. Wide draw makes it tough
Longer Odds
4 Circus Dancer
Dividend : $24.80, $5.90
Won
F: 1B(5)W(56.5)
( J-Madan Singh )
( T-Cody Cole )
Won its only race and we've selected it two times recently, only for it to be scratched. Could be quite smart
Results
Race Dividends
Win 4 $ 24.80
Place1 4 $ 5.90
Place2 1 $ 1.20
Place3 8 $ 2.90
Quinella 1:4 $ 53.70
Trifecta 4:1:8 $ 847.60
First4 4:1:8:5 $ 11732.80
Treble 1:7:4 $ 519.10
Race 7 - TREADWELL GORDON 1600
Time: 3:40 PM | Distance: 1600 m | Prize $ 40000
Top Pick
5 Zormella
F: 2X002B(11)W(57.0)
( J-Bruno Queiroz )
( T-Roger James & Robert Wellwood )
Down from the north and definitely looks better than the others it comes up against here. The only concern is its wide draw but if it overcomes that, we think it wins
Main Danger
13 Afterglo
F: 4X014B(6)W(54.0)
( J-Lynsey Satherley )
( T-Stephen Autridge )
Was less than 1 1/2 lengths away in fourth at Tauranga 4 weeks ago in what was a very good field for the rating. Will find this easier and this jockey is riding as well as she ever did
Next Best
4 One Bold Gigolo
F: 14X26B(4)W(57.5)
( J-Jim Chung )
( T-Robbie Patterson )
Would have been closer but for getting back early at Waverley two weeks ago. Looked in good fettle then and now third up, should be at peak fitness
Consider
2 Sea The Dream
F: 361X3B(10)W(60.0)
( J-Jonathan Riddell )
( T-Rosie Hackett )
Locally trained and second up for the campaign today. Was finishing fast last start and looks the EW value
Longer Odds
14 Bow Hill
Dividend : $5.10
Place
F: 525X6B(9)W(54.0)
( J-Samantha Collett )
( T-Cody Cole )
Not far away when resuming 3 weeks ago in what was a strong and competitive line up. Looks to be a bit of 'overs' in the market
Results
Race Dividends
Win 11 $ 8.40
Place1 11 $ 2.40
Place2 14 $ 5.10
Place3 6 $ 2.10
Quinella 11:14 $ 87.70
Trifecta 11:14:6 $ 1168.80
First4 11:14:6:5 $ 4796.50
Double 4:11 $ 155.50
Race 8 - STEELFORM ROOFING GROUP WANGANUI CUP (L)
Time: 4:16 PM | Distance: 2040 m | Prize $ 80000
Top Pick
1 The Odyssey
Dividend : $2.50
Place
F: 6X317B(8)W(59.0)
( J-Jonathan Riddell )
( T-Ben & Ryan Foote )
A good winner over 1600m two back, it stepped up to 2000m last time at Ellerslie last start and ran terrific, not far off El Vencedor in the G3
Main Danger
8 Royal Flower
F: 74751B(14)W(53.5)
( J-Leah Hemi )
( T-Gail Temperton )
Gail Templeton has had a revival as a trainer and has got this 7yo mare going very well, and it won well here, over the distance, just last week
Next Best
12 Tobias
F: 41240B(4)W(53.0)
( J-Toni Davies )
( T-Tony Dravitzki )
An 8yo and winner of 8, it still retains a lot of ability and has been a past winner on this track. Forget its run when outclassed in the G3 behind El Vencedor last time
Consider
9 Doddle
F: 7X005B(10)W(53.0)
( J-Courtney Barnes )
( T-Stephen Marsh )
1 1/2 lengths ahead of Dark Destroyer in a competitive G2 last time. Of all the gallopers in form trainer Stephen Marsh could have chosen, he sends this one down
Longer Odds
Best "Roughie"
10 Dark Destroyer
F: 30X08B(7)W(53.0)
( J-Lynsey Satherley )
( T-Darryn & Briar Weatherley )
Although 8th last start, was in fact less than 4 lengths away in a G2 at Tauranga last start. We expect this is the reason this jockey has travelled down today
Results
Race Dividends
Win 7 $ 3.60
Place1 7 $ 1.90
Place2 4 $ 6.30
Place3 1 $ 2.50
Quinella 4:7 $ 48.20
Trifecta 7:4:1 $ 346.10
First4 7:4:1:14 $ 9726.00
Race 9 - LOADERS WANGANUI 2040
Time: 4:52 PM | Distance: 2040 m | Prize $ 45000
Top Pick
11 Leave A Light On
Dividend : $2.50
Place
F: 640X3B(2)W(57.0)
( J-Chris Dell )
( T-Janelle Millar )
Stable has been on fire for a while now and surprised to see her run two in this. This one is the less fancied but we note Chris Dell rides, and it has won two on the track. Steps up to 2040m today
Main Danger
1 Ayteem
F: 29X82B(4)W(60.0)
( J-Elen Nicholas )
( T-Janelle Millar )
Considered good enough to run in the Derby back in March, and gives the trainer a strong hand in the race. Run out of it close to home with Chris Dell up last week
Next Best
4 Proboy
F: 92X05B(8)W(59.5)
( J-Courtney Barnes )
( T-Ben & Ryan Foote )
4yo from up north and has run nicely up there in two races this campaign. Third up today, will be fit enough to test this field
Consider
10 Latest Model
Dividend : $2.10
Place
F: 8X322B(3)W(57.0)
( J-Bruno Queiroz )
( T-Gary Vile )
Has only won the one race but consistently thereabouts. Has seen early interest in the markets
Longer Odds
7 Race Ace
F: 34X94B(1)W(58.0)
( J-Jonathan Riddell )
( T-Fraser Auret )
Locally trained and has a terrific record on the track. Rails draw gives it every chance today