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THE DRUMSTICK DERBY PROVINCIAL MAIDEN PLATE 1625m Track: Soft 5 Clear (Max: 18) Rail: +3m Entire. |
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What A Gent, Vondel and Classic Two can set up a solid gallop.
VONDEL (12) returned from a spell last start with an encouraging effort at Hawkesbury, racing up on the speed from the outset then holding on gamely for second at the end of 1400m. Strong effort off a long break in heavy going which suggests the step up to a mile will suit. Big chance to go one better. Ex-Hong Kong galloper CLASSIC TWO (2) has been close up at both runs since returning from 14 months on the sidelines. Kept fresh since tiring close to home over 1350m at this track five weeks ago. Being brought along quietly but should be ready to peak as he gets out to this more favourable trip. HELLFIGHTER (4) tackled the mile for the first time last start and did a decent job to battle on for second after being handy all the way. Just needs luck from a wide gate to be competitive again. SATONO JASMINE (10) was easily accounted for last start on a heavy track at Hawkesbury. Worth another chance on a better surface. SIRIUS MOSS (11) looks ready to step up to the mile third-up. SUGGESTED PLAY: Backing Vondel.
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CHUCKLER
JACK PILKINGTON 3YO BAY GELDING 59.0KG J N Pilkington, M D Bligh, J Banister, M McCrohon, Mrs C Newling & Mrs L R Riley On debut. Three-year-old gelding by Peltzer out of Tavisocks AUD $ 15,000 (Inglis 2024 HTBA Yearling Sale) purchase. At the most recent trial finished sixth at Randwick over 1045m. Hard to have. |
2 RORY HUTCHINGS |
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CLASSIC TWO
RODNEY BAILEY 5YO BAY GELDING 59.0KG Glenvallen Investments Pty Ltd (Mgr: F L Li) Third-up today and placed third-up in the past. Not raced for 38 days. First-up raced on the pace when 3rd of 11 at Hawkesbury Prov Mdn on March 26 over 1300m, 1.2 len behind Am I Dreaming carrying 59kg at $8.50. Second run from a spell raced on the speed and boxed on steadily 5th of 8 at this track Prov Mdn on April 30 over 1350m, on a slow track; 1.2 len behind Flying Grey carrying 59kg at $3.70. Capable of a better showing. The maiden win looks imminent. |
9 MS JESS TAYLOR |
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FIT FOR A PRINCE
EDWARD CUMMINGS 3YO BROWN GELDING 59.0KG PF Stallion (Mgr: R R Tayoun), S Spiroski, Chemist Warhorse (Mgr: R R Tayoun), E A Cummings, Penrose Racing (Mgr: A Spanos), S P Dignan & K Dias Third-up today. Resuming 8th of 11 at Hawkesbury Mdn on April 14 over 1400m, 7 len behind Superata carrying 55.5kg at $101. Last start ran on strongly from last on the turn; 4th of 9 at Bathurst Mdn on May 12 over 1400m, 2.25 len behind Six Kings carrying 57.5kg at $9.50. Prefer him in something easier. |
8 PIERRE BOUDVILLAIN |
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HELLFIGHTER
NATHAN DOYLE 3YO BROWN GELDING 59.0KG N C Doyle, B J Thomas, MGR (Mgr: M I Gageler), QWH Punters (Mgr: S J Smyth), J Clayden, K P J O'Brien, A K Warwick, S R Salvador, Aston Bloodstock (Mgr: W J Mula), Mrs R J Mula, N Clancy, M Comito, A Farley & S A Lewis Recent form sound. Most recently held ground to the line 2nd of 9 at Hawkesbury Prov Mdn on May 21 over 1600m, on rain affected going; 3 len behind Pawa carrying 56.5kg at $2.25. The start before that 4th of 7 at Newcastle Super Mdn on May 2 over 1500m, 1.5 len behind All Star with 57.5kg at $3.60. Capable of building on that performance and he looks one of the main chances. |
12 REGAN BAYLISS |
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MACHO GRANDE
MITCHELL BEER & GEORGE CARPENTER 3YO BAY GELDING 59.0KG M D Beer, A W Topp, M S Wilson, B R Spangler, Mrs M M Morley, Ashlaren Racing, G H Donlen, A J Hammond, P Peel, J Harrington, S L Thomas, Macho Grande No 1, Mrs M Marosszeky, Siggers, Mrs H M Kendler, B Janezic, Mrs T Keast, L M McKinnon, G M Saxon & M Gannon Second-up. First-up after five months came from midfield; 2nd of 10 at Queanbeyan Super Mdn on May 17 over 1460m, 0.6 len behind The Adige carrying 57.5kg at $11. Previously second-up eased back early on 7th of 11 at Sapphire Coast Mdn-Sw on December 1 over 1400m, on a slow track; 6 len behind Lady Yarrow carrying 57.5kg at $14. Will find this a lot harder. |
4 JEAN VAN OVERMEIRE |
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PROPANE
KIM WAUGH 3YO BAY GELDING 59.0KG B G Black & Mrs D A Black Most recently 4th of 9 at Hawkesbury Prov Mdn on May 21 over 1600m, on heavy track; 4 len behind Pawa with 55.5kg at $12. The run before that 7th of 10 at Newcastle Mdn-Sw on May 2 over 1900m, 5.5 len behind Canjustify carrying 58kg at $61. Each-way claims. |
10 KEAGAN LATHAM |
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WHAT A GENT
TRACEY BARTLEY 4YO B/BR GELDING 59.0KG Stratheden Racing (Mgr: G M Maher) Last start held ground to the line 2nd of 10 at Gunnedah Super Mdn-Sw on May 24 over 1400m, slow going 0.6 len behind Fortheo carrying 59kg at $2.40. The start before that sat on the speed and boxed on steadily 2nd of 8 at Illawarra Grange Prov Mdn on May 5 over 1300m, 1.5 len behind Whoa Nellie carrying 55kg at $14. Scratched from Taree on Friday to be kept for this. |
3 ANDREW ADKINS |
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ELITE DELIGHT
KRISTEN BUCHANAN 5YO BAY MARE 57.0KG D A Johns Back from a spell. Finished off last preparation fifth of 7 at Tamworth Cl1-Sw November 25 over 2100m, 12 len behind Wittelsbach carrying 55kg at $6.50. First up last campaign sixth of 8 at this track 4yo+ Mdn August 17 over 1100m, on heavy track; 5.5 len behind Triple Triple with 55kg at $15. Will take great benefit from this outing. |
7 LEE MAGORRIAN |
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HELICONIA
KERRY PARKER 4YO BAY MARE 57.0KG Mrs P M G Warner Second run back. First-up after eight months 6th of 9 at Hawkesbury Prov Mdn on May 21 over 1600m, on rain affected going; 6 len behind Pawa with 52.5kg at $17. Previously second-up 3rd of 8 at Kembla Grange Mdn-Sw on September 13 over 1600m, in the wet; 1.75 len behind Ocean Mariner with 57kg at $17. Fitter but others are better placed. |
1 J FORD |
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SATONO JASMINE
BRAD WIDDUP 3YO BAY FILLY 57.0KG Brad Widdup Racing (Mgr: Mrs M M Widdup) & J R Clancy Third-up today. Resuming 3rd in a small field at this track Mdn on May 7 over 1350m, 1.75 len behind Gong Girl carrying 56kg at $15. Last start 5th of 9 at Hawkesbury Prov Mdn on May 21 over 1600m, on rain affected going; 6 len behind Pawa with 53.5kg at $6.50. Gets to a firmer track today and can improve. |
11 CHAD SCHOFIELD |
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SIRIUS MOSS
SARA RYAN 4YO BAY MARE 57.0KG I J Dix, Mrs F M Dix, R A Dix, N G Dix, R J Kingham & Mrs N L Kingham Third-up today. First-up 5th of 13 at Kembla Grange Prov Mdn on April 18 over 1300m, slow going 2.25 len behind Winning Rulet carrying 56.5kg at $11. Second-up sat on the speed and boxed on steadily 4th of 8 at Kembla Grange Mid Mdn-Sw on May 9 over 1400m, 2.5 len behind Clear Blue Day with 57kg at $4.20. Heading in the right direction and won't be far away. |
6 R JONES |
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VONDEL
BRAD WIDDUP 3YO BR/BL FILLY 57.0KG Cross Park (Mgr: A Whittingham) & Brad Widdup Racing (Mgr: Mrs M M Widdup) Third race start. First start 8th of 12 at Hawkesbury F&M Mdn-Sw on November 8 over 1400m, 7 len behind Pro Velocity carrying 56.5kg at $91. Returned from break raced on the pace when 2nd of 7 at Hawkesbury F&M Mdn-Sw on May 21 over 1400m, on a wet track; 0.8 len behind Obsidian Dream carrying 58kg at $26. Back in fine fettle this prep and is beautifully placed to go one better. |
5 ALYSHA COLLETT |
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RESCHS MILK
KRIS LEES 3YO BAY FILLY 57.0KG Strawberry Hill Stud (Mgr: J D Singleton) Was well-supported at debut, 8th of 11 at Newcastle Prov Mdn on May 19 over 1300m, on a slow track; 6 len behind Hidden Star carrying 57kg at $4. Disappointed last time but deserves another chance. |
8 DYLAN GIBBONS |
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STILL RISING
DENIM WYNEN 3YO BAY GELDING 59.0KG P J Rigter Second run back. First-up after four months 8th of 10 at Taree Mdn on May 12 over 1412m, on heavy track; 6 len behind Dam Impact carrying 58kg at $2.60. Previously second-up 5th of 7 at Gosford Prov Mdn on December 18 over 1600m, 5 len behind Velia carrying 58kg at $13. No easier this time and looks tested again. |
6 MOLLIE FITZGERALD |
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ZADDICTED
CLAIRE LEVER 3YO BAY GELDING 59.0KG Ms K E Harding, C Carmody, Mrs C M Johnstone, Ms N S Summerhayes, M J Ferguson, Mrs M S Thornett, C J Dawson, Ms V Green, Ms L M Holmes, Ms D A Arnold, Dr M J Nelligan, Mrs L M Rawson & K G Mcmonigle Third-up today. First-up 8th of 10 at Queanbeyan Mdn on April 21 over 1200m, 11 len behind Slay Queen carrying 57.5kg at $81. Second run from a spell ran last of 9 at Bathurst Mdn on May 12 over 1400m, 9 len behind Six Kings carrying 57kg at $81. Can't have on recent performances. |
10 WINONA COSTIN |
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OAKFIELD NEVADA
KRIS LEES 3YO BAY FILLY 57.0KG B Mackenzie Raced two times to date. At debut, ran last of 12 at Muswellbrook F&M Mdn-Sw on April 20 over 1280m, 8 len behind Tigletta carrying 57.5kg at $9. Last start eased back early on 5th of 10 at Taree Mdn on May 12 over 1412m, on rain affected going; 2.5 len behind Dam Impact with 56kg at $26. Looks tested again. |
16 AARON BULLOCK |
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