Tips and race-by-race guide for Albury on Tuesday
John Schell
Selections based on a soft part.
Race 1
1. BBQ Sauce He made two starts in May last year, finishing eighth at Bendigo and fourth at this track. He has since changed his steadiness and continued his magic after two jumps and a barrier attempt at this track where he finished second in close quarters. Led by Brodie Loy, this game has an ideal draw and a bold debut showing is on the cards. 8.Iroquai He was making his first start for a new stable when he finished the final starting seconds at Corowa. This was his first shutout in five starts and he looks like he has the talent to keep the job going. 3. Prince of Love He is also continuing his spell for a new coach and won a recent trial well at Corowa. He should be prepared to run well. 11. Andrés Daughter She is a Graff mare making her debut in two trials and was not far off from the last trials at this track. He could have appeared without any surprise.
How to play: BBQ Sauce for the win.
Race 2
2. Dee Dee Express He finished second in two of his first three starts at Canberra and Nowra and was favorite either side for his first win at Goulburn. He took over the Motorway company at Rosehill in November and failed at that, but he’s carried on here and only needs to complete his first few efforts to be hard to bear. 4. Sneaky Pee Cee He won at Gundagai last month and took part in both races. He came into this position after finishing eighth at the last start at Gosford Speedway. 8. Jenni Divine He hasn’t been in good form lately but he has the ability to play his best when it comes to getting into the small money. 9. Baby Daisy placed in three consecutive rounds and again has minor claims.
How to play: Dee Dee Express will win.
race 3
12. Voynice He was well tested at Bathurst before exiting a second as favourite. He showed off enough at that event to be rated as the man to beat here. 11th Anniversary of Smoking He is making his first start and looked good in a recent trial win at this track. 1. Chef’s Kiss He made two starts and was not replaced in each. He’s worth another chance. 2. Finalize the Agreement After two attempts, he makes his debut and is watched closely.
How to play: Voynichese will win.
race 4
6. Mr. Magnificence He featured in three of five starts, including the second running at Moruya when he was last produced. It just needs to hit that performance to be hard to resist. 8. Pierata Star He was the last starting third at Corowa and looks to be improving. 5. Cooranga He wasn’t far behind when he last ran here on his second start and is worth another chance. 2. War Chief He finished second in the same race in which Cooranga competed.
How to play: The promise of the Prophet in every way.
race 5
2. Hell Spirit He went forward and managed to win this distance on this track in his last start. He wants to get a good run and needs to take plenty of beating by repeating the ultimate effort. 1st March Document After a good win at Wagga two starts ago, he finished sixth last start behind Hells Spirit at this track. 3. Rightly He won a close second at Queanbeyan in Canberra and was not disgraced at Wagga when last produced. 4. First Day He hasn’t been in good form lately but could improve without surprise.
How to play: Hell Spirit for the win.
race 6
Former Chris Waller-trained gallop runner 2. Hammett He has made two starts since joining the Matthew Dale team and finished third on his last start at Canberra behind Agent Zero who won Randwick on Saturday. This form looks good for this event. 8. Caravanserai He also ran well in the final seconds at Moruya and could have made an impact in this race. 11. O Cara Mia He continues to work here for a new coach and has performed well enough so far in his career. 12. Cayman Island he was the last starter at this track and he has claims.
How to play: Hammett anyway.
race 7
2. With difficulty He showed a lot of promise in seven starts, where he recorded two wins and three seconds. He returned twice from his spell for minor placements in Echuca and Corowa. He’s got a big load to deal with, but the apprentice allowance will help him out. First of all, from a spell, 1. Amber Star He has a good record overall with two wins and seven minor placings from 16 starts. Both wins were over this distance range and he is a new winner. 9. Pariah Brochure He has made two starts in the Wangaratta ranks and one win at this track and warrants reconsideration. 4. Pixie on the Dot continues his magic for a new stable and has the talent to shake it up.
How to play: With Power to win.
best bets
Race 1: (1) BBQ Sauce
Race 7: (2) Power
best value
Race 6: (2) Hammett
