Rosehill   02 Aug 2025
 
GOING: H(10)

CONGRATULATIONS BRAITH NOCK HANDICAP 1200m

Track: HVY10   Rain (Max: 14)   Rail: +4m Entire. (Pent: 5.90)  

In the absence of noted leaders, Dyami and Art's Alive may be the ones to set a moderate tempo. ART'S ALIVE (4) took up the running in a new role for her then battled on gamely to finish third behind Useapin here at this trip two weeks ago. Fitter for that run and if early races show a leader tendency, then she might be a nice bet at a price. Three-year-old GRAND PRAIRIE (11) returned from a spell and was lining up for only the third time when a narrow maiden winner over 1100m at the Kensington track recently. Taking a big leap in grade today but he is in good hands and is an untapped talent. The consistent STARDEEL (5) has performed well in rain affected tracks all prep. Sure to give a great sight again on a seven-day back-up. Last start winner USEAPIN (2) with McDonald up is a chance again. SUGGESTED PLAY: Backing Art's Alive.
1 2x301 METAPHORICALLY
JOHN O'SHEA & TOM CHARLTON
4YO  BAY  GELDING 59.0KG
Finemore Thoroughbreds (Mgr: R S Finemore), Prairie Racing (Mgr: Mrs T J Yap), Peake Racing (Mgr: P N Edwards), M N Tucker, M W Finemore, J O'Mahoney, Ms S J O'shea, T F Sheehan, J N Day & Emu Racing (Mgr: M R Walker)
At the latest run favourite; won by 1.2 len at Canterbury Bm72 July 23 over 1250m on a rain affected track defeating La Roja with 58.5kg at $3.70. The race before that ran last of 11 at Randwick Kensington Cg&E Bm72 on June 25 over 1300m, slow going 24 len behind Getafix carrying 56.5kg at $4.40. Got the job done last time and is a leading hope again.
10
BRAITH NOCK
Red, White RFT Logo, Seams, Stripe Sleeves, Collar And Cap
2 24x61 USEAPIN
CHRIS WALLER
4YO  CHESTNUT  MARE 58.0KG
B J Flannery, Mrs P A Flannery, T D Flannery & Q J Flannery
Third-up today and won third-up previously. Resuming 6th of 9 at this track F&M Bm78 on July 5 over 1100m, on a slow track; 2 len behind Hi Dubai carrying 55kg at $14. Last start came from midfield and won by a nose at this track F&M Bm78 July 19 over 1200m on a rain affected track defeating Dollar Magic with 55kg at $6.50. Open to further improvement at this stage of the campaign.
7
JAMES MCDONALD
Light Blue, Bright Pink Stars, Stars Sleeves, Star Cap
3 x1201 SHROPSHIRE LAD
RODNEY NORTHAM
4YO  BAY  GELDING 58.0KG
R And R Racing (Mgr: R Northam) & A J M Maiden
At the latest run won by a neck at this track Highway-C2 July 19 over 1100m on a soft track defeating First Landing with 58.5kg at $8.50. Before that ran last of 14 at Randwick Highway-C3 on June 21 over 1200m, on a slow track; 9 len behind Calico Miss carrying 59kg at $6. Racing well and is one for the trifecta and first four players.
6
BENJAMIN OSMOND
Royal Blue, Green Shamrock, Yellow Sleeves, Green And Yellow Quartered Cap
4 17x33 ART'S ALIVE
BRAD WIDDUP
4YO  BAY  MARE 58.0KG
B K Racing & Breeding Pty Ltd (Mgr: B J Hunt) & B J Vassallo
Dual acceptor. Third-up today. Resuming 3rd of 9 at this track F&M Bm78 on July 5 over 1100m, slow going neck behind Hi Dubai carrying 53kg at $31. Second-up set the pace for much of the race 3rd of 8 at this track F&M Bm78 on July 19 over 1200m, on a slow track; neck behind Useapin with 56kg at $11. Well placed. Struggling to break through but at big odds makes plenty of appeal.
2
ZAC WADICK
Lime Green, Silver Hoops
5 x3124 STARDEEL
BJORN BAKER
4YO  BAY  GELDING 57.0KG
S La Rocca, A Stephenson, M J Davidson, S Chehab, K Chehab, A Ettridge, Millar Racing & Breeding (Mgr: S Millar), N Tayar, C D Taylor, Dreckow Family Racing (Mgr: Mrs G T Dreckow), S Gaitanos, B P Lewis, D Lesjak, C Carracher, Mrs E M Perham, P Perham, C I D H Hyde, B Fokkens, A Proctor & D Ucchino
Racing well recently. Most recently 4th of 8 at Randwick 3yo Bm72 on July 26 over 1300m, on a slow track; 6 len behind Glorious Moments carrying 57.5kg at $3.80. The start before that 2nd of 9 at Randwick 3yo Bm72 on July 12 over 1100m, on a slow track; 0.5 len behind King's Secret with 56.5kg at $3.90. Ready to peak after four runs back.
5
J PARR
Black, Green Disc, Black M, Green Sleeves, Hooped Cap
6 2140x CLIMB THE LADDER
CHRIS WALLER
4YO  BAY  GELDING 56.0KG
A Kheir, J O'Neill, YES Bloodstock (Mgr: B Sokolski), Carty Racing (Mgr: B Carty), T Maddern, Jomara Bloodstock Ltd (Mgr: M Carter), Group 1 Bloodstock (Mgr: M Becker), AK Racing (Mgr: Ms K Solomon), L Petagna, Baggers Naggers (Mgr: J Barker), SVDA Racing (Mgr: L Robinson), B O'Brien & Cookie Racing
Dual acceptor. Resuming. Not seen since he finished last of 11 at Randwick Kensington 3yo Bm72 March 26 over 1400m, 20 len behind Mogul Monarch with 57.5kg at $5.50. On debut second of 9 at Mornington 3yo Mdn-Sw January 22 over 1200m, 1.75 len behind Summer Flame with 58kg at $6. SCRATCHED.
7
TOMMY BERRY
Navy Blue, Pale Yellow Spots, Halved Sleeves, Quartered Cap
7 1021x CONCORDIA WIND
CHRIS WALLER
4YO  CHESTNUT  MARE 56.0KG
Hermitage (Mgr: Ms S M Clarke)
Dual acceptor. First-up. Finished off last campaign by head this track F&M Bm72 November 13 over 1500m defeating Little Jeanie carrying 55.5kg at $4.50. First up last campaign second last of 7 at Warwick Farm 3yo Bm64 September 4 over 1200m, 2.75 len behind Private Life carrying 58kg at $13. Prefer to see how she returns.
11
TOMMY BERRY
Dark Green, Red Chevrons, Dark Green Chevrons Sleeves, Red Stripe Cap
8 28496 TOTOKA
PAUL PERRY
4YO  BROWN  MARE 56.0KG
P Perry, Ms C G Collis, N W Perry, G S Corra, L R Mccarthy & Mrs D M Mccarthy
At the latest run from last on the turn 6th of 8 at this track F&M Bm78 on July 19 over 1200m, on a slow track; 4 len behind Useapin carrying 55kg at $16. The start before that 9th of 12 at this track F&M Bm78 on June 14 over 1300m, on a slow track; 3 len behind Sacred Rocks carrying 53.5kg at $11. Nicely placed and is a definite top three chance.
3
ALYSHA COLLETT
Yellow, Black Sash, Armbands And Cap
9 x3516 DYAMI
M, W & J HAWKES
4YO  BAY  GELDING 56.0KG
Mrs C G Legh, Mrs J E Hawkes, Mrs S L Russo, Mrs E D Watson, G G L & Mrs K R B Taylor, Matrix Racing, Mrs C A Crismale, Mrs D G Holland, Mrs R Cain, J A Conceicao, Mrs L Reid, G1G Colts & Breeding Pty Ltd (Mgr: G J Diamond), Mrs E Levi, Mrs K Rockley & Miss D Podlewski
Most recently eased back early on 6th of 10 at Hawkesbury Bm64 on July 20 over 1100m, 5 len behind Against The Law carrying 61kg at $9.50. Before that won by 1.5 len at Warwick Farm Super 3yo Mdn-Sw July 2 over 1200m in heavy going defeating Rach with 57kg at $1.90. Has ability but looks safely held.
4
DYLAN GIBBONS
Navy, Yellow Lightning Bolt, Armbands And Cap
10 x5x90 SAKIMA
PETER SNOWDEN
4YO  B/BR  MARE 55.0KG
Snowden Racing Pty Ltd, Trilogy, Newgate S F, Turn Left, G W Holdings, Hollymount Stud, I Partington, B A Noble, K A Noble, Mrs M Noble & J T Partington
Third-up today. Resuming 9th of 12 at Randwick 3yo Bm72 on June 21 over 1300m, on a slow track; 4.5 len behind Brave One carrying 56kg at $15. Second run from a spell 10th of 12 at this track 3yo Bm72 on July 5 over 1300m, on a slow track; 5 len behind Diddle Dumpling with 54kg at $21. Ready to find some form.
6
K MCEVOY
White And Grey Interlocking Triangles
11 24x1 GRAND PRAIRIE
PETER SNOWDEN
3YO  BR/BL  COLT 54.0KG
Yu Long Investments (Mgr: Y Zhang)
Second-up. First-up after four months won by a nose at Randwick Kensington 2yo C&G Mdn-Sw July 16 over 1100m on a rain affected track defeating Pictor carrying 56kg at $6. Previously second-up 4th of 9 at Randwick Kensington 2yo C&G Osc on March 26 over 1100m, 1.5 len behind Farnicle carrying 57.5kg at $8. Back in fine order and will be tough to beat.
1
TOM SHERRY
Bottle Green, White Checked Sleeves, White Cap
12 504x1 DUROVA
CAMERON CROCKETT
4YO  B/BR  MARE 54.0KG
C Crockett
Dual acceptor. Second-up. First-up after two months favourite; won by 2.25 len at Dubbo Bm74 July 10 over 1000m in soft going defeating Midnight Dream with 55kg at $3.30. Previously second-up second last of 13 at Eagle Farm 3yo Qlty on April 5 over 1200m, on a slow track; 8 len behind Boomtown Boss with 52kg at $26. In this mix despite tackling a tougher assignment today.
2
ASHLEY MORGAN
Pale Blue, Black Braces, Armbands And Striped Cap
13 178x KARINSKA
CHRIS WALLER
3YO  BAY  FILLY 52.0KG
Star Thoroughbreds Pty Ltd (Mgr: Ms D J Martin), Mrs D M Handley, Mrs L S Dakin, Paramount Racing (Mgr: Ms K M Wood), Mrs K M Felgate, Mrs C Olliver, Mrs P M Egan, Mrs M K McLeish, Mrs R A Glasgow, Boeara Holdings, Miss H L McGrath, Mrs T G Johnston, Mrs M H Roberts, Mrs R R Grasso & Mrs A D Woods
Resuming. Finished off last preparation eighth of 14 at this track in the G3 Magicnight March 15 over 1200m, 4.5 len behind Memo carrying 55.5kg at $12. At her first start won by long-neck Canterbury 2yo Mdn-Sw January 31 over 1200m slow track defeating Namaste carrying 55kg at $11. Will take great benefit from this outing.
10
ZAC LLOYD
Purple, White Stars And Cap