Race-by-race preview and tips for Thursday’s Wagga meeting
Race-by-race preview and tips for Wednesday’s Wagga meeting
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With John Schell
Choices based on a good piece
Race 1
3.McTominay Since restarting after a spell he has been racing well with four placings from just seven starts, including several placings in each of his two starts at Sapphire Coast and Canberra. He just needs to maintain this form to survive against this company. 5. Super Beautiful I ran well at this track two starts ago when I was second and backed that up with a solid last start here with fourth. Can appear while in its current form. 8. Cayman Island He’s a fast runner who has finished second in his last two starts at Albury and can also have a lot of jive. 9.Belnera he has also been in a couple of recent Albury runs and should stand out again despite the wide barrier.
How to play: McTominay WON.
The race returns to Wagga on Christmas Eve.Credit: Jenny Evans
Race 2
2. Rose Yes He has a great record with wins and five second-place finishes from just seven starts. He won his first race well at Nowra in February and wowed by a second in the Guineas Prelude at this track in April. He got a good draw and can come back as a winner. 4. Donegal Bay He was the winner at this track before being written off at Albury and following up with a solid fourth. For this he needs to improve himself. 5. Won in a Single Run Scoring a goal in his second start for the Orange is rightly favored and respected. 1. Guru Two is consistent and tuned to perform well.
How to play: Rose Aye WON.
race 3
7. Teylu He has been racing in great form having won his last two starts at Gundagai and this track. He had a good draw here and had the chance to get three wins on the trot. 8. Explosive Rosie It was a close call as he went on to fourth at Albury and should have been better for that run. 2. Tap ‘N’ Run He has a good overall record at best and performed well when last placed in Canberra. 1. Matthew Flinders It’s starting over after a spell, and it wouldn’t be a surprise to boldly embark on a new run on this journey.
How to play: Teylu WON.
Race 4
1. Loving Mandy A talented filly continues from a spell on the third’s back during a jump at Wangaratta. He is a Moonee Valley champion with a good record and has rarely been away from action. 5. Brenlyn’s Legacy He finished second at Wodonga earlier in the year and has since taken victory at both that track and Albury. He is talented and should make an impact again. 4. Luggage Handler It has been placed in both runs since resumption and another forward showing is expected. 3.Ditterich The last starter who deserves respect is the Orange placekicker.
How to play: I love Mandy IN EVERY WAY.
race 5
3. Jezza’s Pride He found form of late, winning two of his last four starts, and took both victories at this track. Last time it was strong throughout the kilometer and the step up to 1800 meters looks excellent. 8. The Midnight Incidentr has been placed at Sapphire Coast and Canberra in his last two starts and should be there again. 9. Miss Defy The last start with claims is the Canberra winner. 7. Dream Stone Wodonga could improve on his effort with a final start on the track.
How to play: Jezza’s Pride WON.
race 6
6. Partner He looked good with a win at the Hawkesbury on his last start and is a galloper who always shows his fair share of talent. He seems like a good fit here and can keep his job. 5. Mathrin He races well with a narrow-second Canberra win at Queanbeyan when last produced and another bold showing can be expected. 1. Indispensable He has finished third in his last two starts at Tatura and Werribee and has the potential to shine again. 2. Good Award I ran last in the Nowra Cup a week and a half ago but I will find this easier.
How to play: Associate WIN.
race 7
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1. Pyrolysis He was placed at Gosford and Warwick Farm earlier in the year and since resuming has finished second in two further runs at Canterbury and Gosford. Here he must race quickly and gain the power to hit. 4. Mysterious Master He finished third in his fourth start at the Beaumont circuit and has the talent to turn that around. 7. Ring of Fire performed well in both starts and has claims; 3. Extreme Courage Continuing on, he finished second at Wyong and has place claims.
How to play: Pyrolysis WINS.
race 8
12. Freddy’s Shock He has appeared in both runs at this track since restarting after a spell and is ready to come out on top here and break through with another win. 3. Artie the Businessman He was responsible for Freddy’s Shock when they last met, and another brave display was on the cards as he returned to form. 5.Divron He had an upset win at Albury when he was last produced and could emerge again on the strength of that. 2. Menzah One The latter is not far off and should not be taken lightly.
How to play: Freddy’s Shock GAIN.
BEST BETS
Race 2: (2) Rose Yes
Race 7: (1) Pyrolysis
Best Value
Race 4: (1) Loving Mandy.
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