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OAMARU - Best Bets & Roughie's 20/06/2024

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RACE 1

Best Bet

Heidi Hi (7X812)

  • Recent Form: Heidi Hi has shown good form recently, with a win and a second place in her last two starts.
  • Track and Distance Suitability: She has performed well on heavy tracks and her recent form suggests she is comfortable with the conditions.
  • Comments: Given her consistent performance and ability to handle heavy tracks, Heidi Hi is a strong contender for the best bet in this race.

Best Roughie

Lily Of The Valley (15844)

  • Recent Form: Lily Of The Valley has been performing decently, with her recent fourth-place finish indicating she is competitive.
  • Track and Distance Suitability: As a 7-year-old mare, she has experience and has performed on heavy tracks in the past.
  • Comments: With a fair record and some recent decent performances, Lily Of The Valley offers good value as a roughie in this race.

Race 2

Best Bet

On The Rivet (20012)

  • Recent Form: On The Rivet has shown strong recent form, finishing second in his last start over 2200m on a heavy track.
  • Track and Distance Suitability: He has proven capability on heavy tracks and at the distance, making him a strong contender.
  • Comments: Given his recent form and proven ability to handle heavy track conditions, On The Rivet looks like the best bet in this race.

Best Roughie

Hallelujah Brother (9X773)

  • Recent Form: Hallelujah Brother has had a solid recent performance, with a third-place finish in his last start.
  • Track and Distance Suitability: He has experience on heavy tracks and has been competitive over similar distances.
  • Comments: As a horse with recent decent form and proven ability on heavy tracks, Hallelujah Brother offers good value as a roughie.

Race 3

Best Bet

Domperion (43242)

  • Recent Form: Domperion has shown consistent form, finishing in the top four in her last five starts. She placed second in her most recent race, indicating strong performance.
  • Track and Distance Suitability: She has experience on heavy tracks and has proven herself over similar distances.
  • Comments: Given her recent consistent form and ability to handle heavy track conditions, Domperion is a strong candidate for the best bet in this race.

Best Roughie

Pomalo (67625)

  • Recent Form: Pomalo has had mixed results but showed promise by placing second in one of her recent starts.
  • Track and Distance Suitability: She has experience on heavy tracks and has been competitive at this distance.
  • Comments: As a horse with some recent competitive performances and proven ability on heavy tracks, Pomalo offers good value as a roughie.

Race 4

Best Bet

Ataahua Pipedream (69441)

  • Recent Form: Ataahua Pipedream has a strong record on heavy tracks with 3 wins and 1 placing from 9 starts. His last start was a win in a Rating 75 Benchmark race over 1200m, which shows he's in good form.
  • Track and Distance Suitability: Proven on heavy tracks and competitive at similar distances.
  • Comments: His ability to handle heavy conditions and recent winning form make Ataahua Pipedream a solid choice for the best bet.

Best Roughie

Brancaster Bomber (02027)

  • Recent Form: Brancaster Bomber has shown some ability, with several placings and a second-place finish two starts back. He also has a win and a placing on heavy tracks.
  • Track and Distance Suitability: Has handled heavy conditions well in the past and has experience over similar distances.
  • Comments: Despite a tough gate, Brancaster Bomber's experience and past performances on heavy tracks make him an intriguing roughie option.

Race 5

Best Bet

Aglow (5)

  • Form: Aglow has been consistent with recent performances, finishing 3rd last start.
  • Suitability: The horse has shown form on soft to heavy tracks, which should be beneficial given the heavy 9 track conditions.
  • Trip: Stepping up in trip should suit as it seems to be improving with distance.

Best Roughie

Te Kanawa (7)

  • Form: Te Kanawa ran 4th in its last start, showing potential improvement.
  • Freshness: Freshened up for this run and has a history of performing well second-up.
  • Value: As an outsider, Te Kanawa has potential to outperform odds, especially with favorable conditions for an improver on a heavy track.

Race 6

Best Bet

Where's Wally (1)

  • Form: Last run was a strong second in a Rating 75 Benchmark 1200m race, showing competitiveness at this level.
  • Track Conditions: Proven on heavy tracks with a record of 15 starts on heavy going, resulting in 4 wins and 7 placings.
  • Distance: Although this race is over 1400m, Where's Wally has experience and success at various distances.
  • Gear Changes: Blinkers off, Side Winkers on – these changes could improve focus and performance.

Best Roughie

Tadita (6)

  • Form: Consistent performer with a recent second place finish in a Rating 75 Benchmark 1200m race.
  • Track Conditions: Handles heavy tracks well, with a solid record in similar conditions.
  • Distance: Has shown capability over this distance, making her a value bet if she performs to her potential.
  • Gear Changes: Hoof Pads (Front) off, Ear Covers Pre-Race on, Barrier Blanket on – these changes might enhance her readiness and comfort.

Race 7

Best Bet

Imabuster (1)

  • Form: Consistent performer with a good record, including a strong third-place finish in his last start over 1200m.
  • Track Conditions: Proven on heavy tracks, with 3 placings from 5 starts on heavy ground.
  • Distance: Has shown capability at various distances, indicating versatility.
  • Current Form: Consistently in the placings, indicating readiness to perform well.

Best Roughie

Hakaharry (2)

  • Form: Has shown flashes of ability, including a second-place finish in a 1600m maiden race two starts ago.
  • Track Conditions: Has some experience on heavy ground, although not extensively proven.
  • Distance: The step up to 1400m from his recent 1600m efforts might suit him well.
  • Gear Changes: None mentioned, but his past performance indicates potential for an upset.

Race 8 Best Bet

Pleasurenpain (4)

  • Form: Consistent performer with multiple placings, including a recent third place over 1600m.
  • Track Conditions: Proven on heavy tracks with 3 wins from 10 starts on heavy ground.
  • Distance: Has experience and success at the 1600m distance.
  • Current Form: Displayed strong performances recently, indicating readiness to perform well.

Best Roughie

Blood Diamond (6)

  • Form: Has shown potential with a recent second-place finish over 1600m, indicating she is in good form.
  • Track Conditions: Proven on heavy tracks with 2 wins from 7 starts on heavy ground.
  • Distance: Has performed well over the 1600m distance.
  • Gear Changes: No significant changes, but her recent form suggests she could perform well.

Race 9

Best Bet

Sacred Dior (5)

  • Form: Recently won over 1600m and has shown consistency with another strong performance.
  • Track Conditions: Proven ability on soft to heavy tracks.
  • Distance: Performed well at similar distances, indicating suitability for the current race.
  • Current Form: Recent win suggests she is in good form and capable of handling the conditions.

Best Roughie

Balzano (4)

  • Form: Although inconsistent, has shown flashes of potential with a recent fourth place finish.
  • Track Conditions: Has some experience on heavy tracks and could improve with the conditions.
  • Distance: Yet to prove at this distance but shows promise and potential for improvement.
  • Gear Changes: No significant gear changes, but the recent form suggests he could be a surprise performer at longer odds.

 

 

 

 

 

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