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1
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01:00
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SOUTH PACIFIC PALMS MOTEL COUNTRY BOOSTED SHOWCASE MAIDEN HANDICAP 1000m
In a race without an obvious leader, either Apache Command or Zous Apollo can roll them along. ZOUS APOLLO (12) was a beaten favourite fresh up in a small, modest field at Port Macquarie and was possibly undone by the heavy track. The field has more depth, but he can make amends, so follow your money. WHOOPI DO (5) resumes from a spell for a new trainer, and she gets in light fresh-up after a 3kg claim. Keep an eye out for any market confidence. UNALIENABLE RIGHT (3) showed a glimpse of talent in this initial campaign, and he resumes from a spell that would have done him the world of good. He won a recent trial and should be ready to rumble fresh. HEART OF JENNI (9) makes her debut and will have the services of Ash Morgan in the saddle. Keep her safe. SUGGESTED PLAY: Zous Apollo can win this. |
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2
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01:35
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CLUB FORSTER & SPORTIES TUNCURRY SHOWCASE MAIDEN PLATE 1200m
Solid tempo set by Lieutenant Tambo and Wan Lost. KISS OF GOLD (8) was a beaten short-priced favourite here nearly 3 weeks ago when having no luck at all in the run to the line. The blinkers are added, and she can set the record straight in this. Follow your money. LOVE GODDESS (10) ran on late when finishing second at Gosford a fortnight ago, and she will be hoping for a genuine tempo here as well. If the gaps come at the right time, then she can go one better. WAN LOST (7) set the pace and only faded out late, finishing fourth. He will strip a lot fitter and loses nothing with Aaron Bullock picking up the ride. Each-way. SUN TO ME (5) should still not be a maiden, and he can make full use of the pole position fresh up at this level. Keep him very safe. SUGGESTED PLAY: Kiss Of Gold can make up for an unlucky run last time out. |
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3
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02:10
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CHOICES FLOORING FORSTER SHOWCASE SUPER MAIDEN HANDICAP 1400m
Moderate pace only with Spicy Surprise leading Don't Tell Harry. NORTHY LAD (3) has had a trial since his last start at Beaumont-Newcastle, and though his form thus far has been disappointing, he has found a winnable maiden here. Ash Morgan keeps the faith, and so do we. SPICY SURPRISE (2) made progress late last year, and he will be a lot more mature after an extended spell. His condition looked near enough when trialling last month, and from a good gate, he can give this a shake fresh up. SEA LEVEL (1) made up many lengths to finish fourth on debut after missing the kick. He has taken a long time to come to it, and once he irons out his small issues, he will win some races. BIRDY GIRL (6) has been trying to win a maiden for some time, and getting back in her races has not helped her cause. Stick with her for all combos. ATADCHEEKY (5) ran on nicely late here 18 days ago, and he can produce another honest effort in this. SUGGESTED PLAY: Northy Lad each-way. |
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4
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02:45
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FORSTER BOWLING CLUB COUNTRY BOOSTED BENCHMARK 58 SHOWCASE HANDICAP 1400m
Genuine tempo from Nikody's Binks leading Whiskers. DREYMON (4) battled away well enough when finishing sixth in provincial company at Newcastle-Beaumont just over 2 weeks ago, and his good form prior all came at this level. He has a handy gate and is expected to be among the hardest to beat in this. WANDJAD (3) finished ahead of the top pick in the same race when having his second start of a new prep. He is peaking at the right time and has won his only start here. Each-way value. READY AND LUCKY (1) is a consistent mare at this level in this area, and with the aid of a 2kg claim, she is set to put her best hoof forward. Include in all top 4 combos. EXPLOSIVE TYCOON (2) has been edging towards an overdue win this prep, and his effort for second in a tougher grade was solid enough for this more modest assignment. Stick with him. NIKODY'S BINKS (8) has been a beaten favourite in 2 starts since leading all the way to win his maiden at Taree in late June. He cops a tough gate but is worth another chance. SUGGESTED PLAY: Dreymon can win this. |
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5
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03:20
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CHOICES FLOORING FORSTER BENCHMARK 66 SHOWCASE HANDICAP 2100m
A solid tempo on the cards with Strobing heading them off. PRINCE IS GAME (10) has won his only race here over the trip, and a wet track would be in his favour. He fought on gamely for sixth at Taree 11 days ago over 1600m, and the return to 2000m will suit him, especially with 4.5kg less to carry. Stick with him on top. CLASSIC DEEL (6) has been out of form over the winter and has been given a freshen-up since her last run nearly 7 weeks ago. Aaron Bullock in the saddle is a strong lead for the stable, and she is worth one more chance. CAN'T RECALL ONE (4) ran on powerfully late to finish third over 1600m at Kembla Grange nearly 2 weeks ago, and that form will hold up nicely at this level. He is strong enough now to cope with a middle distance, and he should go close to taking this out. STROBING (7) is a durable veteran who won his last start. He has top 4 claims in this. SUGGESTED PLAY: Classic Deel each-way at value. |
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03:55
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THE BELLEVUE HOTEL GOLDEN MILE CLASS 2 SHOWCASE HANDICAP 1600m
Moderate tempo expected with Creative Righteous likely to find the front over Erina and Cats Quarters. UNREAL EXPECTATION (1) has not won for some time, though he did just miss by a short head when resuming in June. He is down in class from his last start when finishing runner-up as the favourite, and Aaron Bullock will give him every chance to break that win drought in this. ERINA (2) found the front at Newcastle-Beaumont last start and kept on fighting to score comfortably by well over a length. The step up to a mile will be no problem, and similar tactics could be the way to go again. BROADWAY FOLLIES (5) dropped down to country class at Taree and found some form again when finishing third there 11 days ago. She tries 1600m for the first time and should hold her form now. Stick with her. SUPER SUGOI (4) appreciated getting out to a mile when finishing runner-up at Scone 10 days ago, and even from a wide gate, he can figure in the top 4 again. PELEVECCHIO (8) needed her resuming run over 1350m, and the extra 250m will suit her, as will the pole position. Keep her safe. SUGGESTED PLAY: Erina each-way. |
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04:35
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PROFESSIONALS REAL ESTATE FORSTERTFJC HAHN GOLD CUP ***BIG DANCE ELIGIBILITY*** 1600m
Moderate tempo with Dubai Warrior leading the way and a few others keeping in touch. The 100K Hahn Gold Cup over 1600m is the feature of the day. IT'S A KNOCKOUT (1) has recently joined the Jason Deamer stable, and his last run was a sound effort for seventh in the Listed Rowley Mile at Hawkesbury. A change of surroundings can work wonders for some older mares, and the quieter yard can also bring about some better form. She is definitely up to winning this. DUBAI WARRIOR (10) may have found 1900m a touch too far when weakening from a handy trip at Canterbury just over a fortnight ago. He has never missed a cheque in 6-starts over this trip, including 3 wins, so expect him to bounce straight back into the money. KING JERRY (11) won his last start, and though this is much tougher, he will drop 4kg, so keep him safe. ENGINE ROOM (8) will have no fitness query fifth up, and he is worth including. SUGGESTED PLAY: It's A Knockout can win this. |
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05:15
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PEARLS OF AUSTRALIA "THE EVERMORE PEARL" BENCHMARK 74 SHOWCASE HANDICAP 1200m
Strong tempo from Florino, joined by Can't Touch This and Get Some Fun following. CAN'T TOUCH THIS (8) has looked good when winning her races, but she can also put in some plain efforts. She resumes from a spell and should be a lot stronger now. A recent quiet trial will help bring her condition along, and if she doesn't need the run, then she can take this out. Follow any market confidence. ANDREA (13) has been performing well in all of his 3 starts back from a spell at metro level. He will find this assignment easier and should go close to winning this. Each-way. THE PICCOLINO (14) fought on nicely to finish runner-up here nearly 3 weeks ago over 1000m, and an extra 200m won't faze him. A wet track is what he prefers, and with conditions to suit, he will run his usual honest race. BE QUIET (3) will find this easier than any of her 4 runs this prep. Expect a form reversal. SUGGESTED PLAY: Andrea each-way. |
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