Doomben   07 Sep 2024
 
GOING: G(3)

SKY RACING BENCHMARK 78 Handicap 1200m

Track: GOOD3   Clear (Max: 16)   Rail: Out 1m Entire. (Pent: 5.89).  

Solid tempo from Sistine Explorer, He's Heaven and Heroic Miss battling for the lead in a high-pressure contest. DAYTONA (4) lengthened nicely to get the verdict here three weeks ago. Shoulders a strong record over this track and trip and goes super with Maloney in the saddle. No reason he can't repeat the dose. I SEE YOU COMING (12) wasn't able to live up to market expectation here last time out but wasn't beaten far in a blanket finish. Winning rider reunites as he drops back to a preferred trip. Bold showing anticipated. RALPHIE (3) chased gamely into the placings behind a smart winner here at the latest. Easier this time and is among the main hopes. SISTINE EXPLORER (14) is going too good to ignore, as he she shoots for the hat-trick. Have to include. SUGGESTED PLAY: Siding with Daytona.
1 06900 DEVIL'S THROAT
MARK CURRIE
6YO  BAY  GELDING 61.0KG
G P I Racing (Mgr: G P Ingham)
Dual acceptor. Useful type. Last start second last of 12 at Sunshine Coast Cl6 on August 10 over 1000m, slow going 4 len behind Liquor with 58kg at $19. Before that ran last of 11 at this track Bm85 on July 13 over 1350m, on a slow track; 4 len behind Atlantic Ocean with 59kg at $13. Each-way chance.
2
CODY COLLIS
White, Royal Blue Crossed Sashes, Red And Royal Blue Stripe Sleeves And Quartered Cap
2 39x60 MUNITIONS
RICHARD LITT
8YO  BAY  GELDING 61.0KG
R Litt, M R Belcher, M J Birbeck, M A Birbeck, B J Harmey, S Harmey, T McCoy, S Austin, R Perrett, M Perrett, D Perret, A Buchanan, 10 Amigos 33 (Mgr: D J Patterson), M8tes Racing (Mgr: M R Lovatt) & Golden Harbour Racing (Mgr: R E Baxter)
Group 3 winner. Dual acceptor. Third-up today and placed third-up in the past. First-up 6th of 9 at Rosehill Bm78 on August 3 over 1100m, 4.5 len behind Nosey Parker carrying 58kg at $51. Second run from a spell second last of 11 at Randwick Bm78 on August 24 over 1200m, 7 len behind World Alliance with 59kg at $101. Will need to improve sharply.
12
MAUVE, YELLOW MALTESE CROSS, SLEEVES, MAUVE CAP, YELLOW MALTESE CROSS
3 16653 RALPHIE
GARY DOUGHTY
6YO  BAY  GELDING 60.0KG
G K Doughty, I B Garbutt, S R Garbutt, V E Dickson, M J Conissis, M W Hutton & Sherriff Managers (Mgr: I A Jones)
Useful gelding. At the latest run 3rd of 8 at this track Cl6-Sw on August 24 over 1200m, 2.75 len behind Boom Torque with 60kg at $21. The run before that 5th of 12 at Sunshine Coast Cl6 on August 10 over 1000m, on a slow track; 1.5 len behind Liquor with 57kg at $4. Will appreciate this easier assignment.
7
A MALLYON
BLACK, YELLOW GREEN SLEEVES AND CAP, BLACK POM POM
4 37721 DAYTONA
TONY GOLLAN
5YO  CHESTNUT  GELDING 60.0KG
Viva Racing (M Lowe), High Calibre Racing (D Maguire), A House, K Asquith, D Singh, Sassy Five, L Rossitto, G Hickey, N Boyle, R Cotton, Australia Pacific Bloodstock Pty Ltd, M Holt, M Heenan, G Licciardello, Goanna Racing, Kirra Beach, M Secombe, Two S J's & MAK, J English & Bringo Racing
Going well. Last start won by 0.5 len at this track Cg&E Bm78 August 17 over 1200m on a soft track defeating Brereton carrying 57.5kg at $5. The run before that made significant ground from the rear of the field 2nd of 10 at this track Cl3-Sw on August 3 over 1200m, 0.9 len behind Mintaka Lad with 60kg at $4.50. No reason he can't repeat the dose.
4
RYAN MALONEY
DARK GREEN, OLD GOLD HORSE SYMBOL, STRIPED SLEEVES AND CAP
5 11x60 EN POINTE
ROBERT HEATHCOTE
5YO  B/BR  MARE 60.0KG
Mrs V A Heathcote, R J Gannon, M R Edwards, Ms B K F Mays, D B Meers, D Browne, Mrs K Downs, Mrs S Ford, G Ford, Mrs K L Chudziak, A S Dillaway, M P Ivey, S D Pomerenke, Fillies & Mares & Drinks Are On Us
Dual acceptor. Third-up today and won third-up previously. Resuming 6th of 8 at Eagle Farm Hcp on July 20 over 1200m, 5 len behind Tectonic Plate with 52kg at $9.50. Second-up ran last of 10 at this track Hcp on August 17 over 1110m, on a slow track; 8 len behind My Snow Queen carrying 53kg at $11. Needs to do more.
15
EMILY LANG
PINK, BLACK CHECKS AND SLEEVES, CHECKED CAP
6 9x185 MAHBABY
COREY & KYLIE GERAN
6YO  BAY  MARE 60.0KG
M J Webster
Useful mare. Last start 5th of 8 at this track Cl6-Sw on August 24 over 1200m, 4 len behind Boom Torque with 58kg at $19. The run before that 8th of 11 at this track Bm85 on August 3 over 1200m, 2.5 len behind My Snow Queen carrying 57kg at $21. Others going better.
12
Navy Blue, White STURT DESERT ROSE, White Cap
7 00339 SAFEWORK
SCOTT MORRISEY
7YO  BROWN  GELDING 60.0KG
Mrs D Hoyle & Mrs K F Morrisey
Most recently second last of 10 at this track Cg&E Bm78 on August 17 over 1200m, slow going 4.5 len behind Daytona with 57.5kg at $17. The run before that 3rd of 11 at this track Bm85 on August 3 over 1200m, 1.2 len behind My Snow Queen carrying 57kg at $19. Prefer others.
9
N CALLOW
Yellow, Blue FIVE Diamonds , Red Sleeves, Red cap,Yellow Quartered
8 87536 HE'S HEAVEN
DESLEIGH FORSTER
5YO  B/BR  GELDING 58.0KG
D J Forster
Useful type. Comes here off a 49-day let-up. Most recently 6th of 8 at Eagle Farm Hcp on July 20 over 1600m, 3 len behind A Deel Of Humour with 54kg at $10. Before that 3rd of 7 at Eagle Farm Cl6-Sw on July 3 over 1400m, on a wet track; 3 len behind Without Revenge with 58.5kg at $10. Looking to others, until he shows more.
5
SAMANTHA COLLETT
Orange, Purple Diagonal Stripes, Pink Sleeves, Orange Cap, Purple Pom Pom
9 87423 IVAN'S HERO
CHRIS WALLER
5YO  BAY  GELDING 58.0KG
Mrs V L Klaric & I Cajkusic
Dual acceptor. At the latest run raced on the pace when 3rd of 10 at this track Cl3-Sw on August 17 over 1350m, on heavy track; 0.7 len behind Set To Shine with 58.5kg at $5.50. The race before that 2nd of 8 at this track Cl6-Sw on August 3 over 1350m, nose behind Rockribbed with 53.5kg at $4. Likely to struggle against this line-up.
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RED, GREEN QUARTERS, WHITE DIABLO, BLACK SPOT, COLLAR, Gold SLEEVES, BLACK CAP, Gold Checked
10 1x373 MEMORIA
KRIS LEES
5YO  GR/BL  MARE 58.0KG
Lees Racing Pty Ltd (Mgr: K A Lees), Memo (NZ) (Mgr: A Groves), Ms M Baensch & Thefifthhole Racing (Mgr: D J Dwyer)
Dual acceptor. Useful type. Most recently 3rd of 7 at Wyong Mona Lisa Prel on August 18 over 1200m, on a slow track; 1.75 len behind Pajanti with 56kg at $1.60. The race before that sat on the pace before fading 7th of 9 at Rosehill Bm78 on August 3 over 1100m, 4.5 len behind Nosey Parker carrying 55kg at $19. Holds appeal.
8
MELEA CASTLE
Orange, Black Maltese Cross, Orange Cap With Black Pom Pom
11 41x56 HEROIC MISS
CHRIS & COREY MUNCE
5YO  CHESTNUT  MARE 57.0KG
Mrs C L Munce, B C Riddle, L J S Smillie, J N Papworth, K Swift, Mrs G P Riddle, The Border Connection, R A Allan, Mrs L Allan, Mrs J A Lynch, D Schembri, J Lynch, P J Nelson, J Greaves & Ms T A Spreadborough
Third-up today and won third-up previously. Resuming raced on the speed and boxed on steadily 5th of 7 at Ipswich Cl5 on August 2 over 1100m, 4 len behind Majorelle with 59.5kg at $3.50. Second-up faded in the straight 6th of 10 at this track F&M Bm78 on August 17 over 1200m, on a wet track; 5.5 len behind Sistine Explorer with 57kg at $13. Prepared to overlook at this stage.
1
CEJAY GRAHAM
ROYAL BLUE, WHITE SOUTHERN CROSS, ROYAL BLUE CAP, WHITE STAR CAP
12 x2316 I SEE YOU COMING
TONY GOLLAN
6YO  BAY  GELDING 57.0KG
P G McCallum, W B Andrews Breeding & Racing (Mgr: W B Andrews), Mrs M D Rounsefell, R B Gold & J W Rounsefell
Useful type. At the latest run raced on the speed and boxed on steadily 6th of 10 at this track Cl3-Sw on August 17 over 1350m, on heavy track; 1.4 len behind Set To Shine with 57kg at $3. The race before that favourite; ran on from midfield and won by 0.9 len at this track Nmw July 27 over 1200m defeating Beau Witness with 55kg at $3.30. An inside barrier is a big advantage. Drops back to a winning trip and is one of the key chances again.
3
ANGELA JONES
Turquoise, White Seams, Maroon Cap
13 10x88 THIS IS ONE
KEVIN KEMP
5YO  B/BR  GELDING 57.0KG
I B Price, Mrs D M Price, I G Price, Mrs H E Price, J W Mahoney, A Brown & D Brown
Third-up today and placed third-up previously. Resuming 8th of 12 at Sunshine Coast Cl6 on August 10 over 1000m, on a slow track; 2 len behind Liquor with 51.5kg at $26. Second run from a spell 8th of 11 at this track Bm78 on August 24 over 1050m, 6 len behind Avone carrying 58kg at $41. Has an ordinary barrier to overcome so looking to others.
11
LESLIE TILLEY
Turquoise, Brown Diamonds, Pink Sleeves And Cap
14 x2211 SISTINE EXPLORER
JOHN SMERDON
6YO  BAY  MARE 57.0KG
Erica Bloodstock (Mgr: Mrs S A Dwyer), P T Murray, W A McTaggart, Mrs A L Noblet & Kratzie Racing No.23 (Mgr: D W Kratzmann)
Useful type. Last start came from midfield and won by a head at this track F&M Bm78 August 17 over 1200m on a heavy track defeating Tranquil Bay carrying 55kg at $5.50. The start before that won by a nose at this track F&M Bm65 July 31 over 1200m defeating Intrecciato with 58kg at $5.50. Have to include as she shoots for the hat-trick.
6
BORIS THORNTON
RED, GOLD SASH AND SLEEVES, PALE BLUE CAP
15 26081 HOOT 'N' HOLLER
ROBERT HEATHCOTE
5YO  BROWN  MARE 55.0KG
First Light Racing Pty Ltd, Mrs J A Turnor, S J V , S Q Racing, Eight Ball Racing , PROF P J Little, Mrs S Little, G Cummings, Mrs J R Cummings, C R Windon, Mike Honcho, M McNally, Taubro Racing , P Philipson, Mrs C Goldsworthy, K F McCarthy, S G McCarthy, F L R Renaissance & Flying Mustang Pegasus
Dual acceptor. Most recently came from midfield and won by 1.5 len at this track Bm70 August 24 over 1200m defeating Cardone carrying 56.5kg at $21. The race before that 8th of 12 at Sunshine Coast Nmw on August 10 over 1300m, on a slow track; 3 len behind Master Showman carrying 53kg at $9. Back in form but needs to go on with it.
13
NAVY BLUE, WHITE AND GOLD CRESCENT, GOLD CAP
16 38x14 CADERAS
ADAM CAMPTON
5YO  B/BR  MARE 54.0KG
W B Fornari, D Reed, J W O'hagan, Mrs M Lindemann, R Lindemann, R J Harvey, R L Orchard, Suliolla (Mgr: B Ollard), Magic Five All In (Mgr: V P P Tran), M J Robertson, Mrs L Davis, I C Young, Goldie Dreamers (Mgr: M H Killian), Mrs H L Jones, P A Lampard, P B Ross, N D Bendle & Cheers & Beers (Mgr: M
Third-up today and placed third-up in the past. Resuming won by a nose at Gold Coast Poly Bm70 July 27 over 1050m defeating Bulsara carrying 52.5kg at $3.50. Last start got back early in a small field at Gold Coast Poly Bm65 on August 24 over 1050m, 8 len behind Bulsara carrying 60kg at $2.90. Will need plenty of luck from the wide draw.
17
BLACK, WHITE EPAULETTES , CAP, BLUE STRIPES
17 x6601 BEAUTANTES
ROBERT HEATHCOTE
4YO  BAY  GELDING 55.0KG
Mrs V A Heathcote, T A McPherson, B W Harry, T J Altass, G N Elliott, R A Ryan, R S Ciobo, N J Brownlow, C L Lagerroth & W R Mellish
Most recently won by 0.5 len at Sunshine Coast Cl1-Sw August 21 over 1200m in soft going defeating Bright Blonde with 60kg at $5.50. The run before that sat on the speed throughout before fading second last of 11 at this track Cl1 on August 7 over 1200m, on a slow track; 5 len behind Mystic Mac carrying 59kg at $16. Form okay but prepared to risk.
8
Pink, Black Checks And Sleeves, Checked Cap
18 5x210 LIVING FREE
ADAM CAMPTON
5YO  CHESTNUT  GELDING 55.0KG
Nxt Level (Mgr: C S Andersen), S Andersen, M Sultana, A G Moyes, S McCauley, M Callus, D C Smith, J D Mathieson, B Sleiman, Mrs N T Nguyen, S Paulin, D C Dempsey, J A A Racing (Mgr: A Hicks), Ms D M Linke & C D Davis
Dual acceptor. Useful type. Most recently ran last of 12 at Sunshine Coast Nmw on August 10 over 1300m, slow going 3.5 len behind Master Showman carrying 57kg at $9.50. The run before that won by 2.5 len at Gold Coast Poly Bm62 July 27 over 1200m defeating Neoclassicism with 58.5kg at $2.30. Capable of sharp improvement.
10
EMILY LANG
Black, Gold DURYEA FAMILY CREST