AU - Ascot - Race 1

Thoroughbred

9 Runners

OPEN

Turf

SOFT 6

55.7K

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Verdict

MALASTAR (8) has been very impressive at the trials, scoring dominantly in both outings and stamping herself as the one to beat on debut. She's done it out to 4 ¼f as well which is a big tick and she has options from the draw. Can make an impression right away. SPRINT FOR GLORY (5) trialled strongly in his only public outing, finishing in front by 0.2L in a 2f heat at Belmont. CJP's booking is a good push, as is the inside draw for a horse who showed good speed in his trial. Can sit handy and use the rail as a guide, which is a big help for these early 2YO races. ALBIREX (1) improved nicely into his second trial where he clocked a faster overall time in the process. Fiore sticking with him is a good sign and a forward showing is anticipated on debut. OCHRE (4) gets Chris Parnham on board for his debut despite not trialling him. Can play a leading role. MASQUERADE MAN (3) has trialled well coming in and ticks plenty of boxes.

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Horse Stats

#/Silk	Horse#/Horse	Power Rating	High Speed	Win %	Top 3%	Win Prob	Odds
8	Makes her debut with the strongest overall profile in this field. The Tiger Of Malay filly is out of Secret Nova and is a half-sister to Snippenova, a city winner over 5f at both Belmont Park and this venue, which ties neatly into today's sprint task. Impressive at the trials and can play start her career with a bang. 1st Pick 8 Malastar Jockey: Holly Watson Trainer: Mitchell Pateman J: Holly Watson T: Mitchell Pateman	68	-	-	-	43%	11/8
Analysis Makes her debut with the strongest overall profile in this field. The Tiger Of Malay filly is out of Secret Nova and is a half-sister to Snippenova, a city winner over 5f at both Belmont Park and this venue, which ties neatly into today's sprint task. Impressive at the trials and can play start her career with a bang.
5	Draws barrier one for Sean & Jake Casey and brings one of the better family profiles in the race. He is a half-brother to Aberdeen Flyer, a Listed J.C. Roberts Stakes winner, and to Dixie Doo, a Belmont Park city winner over 6f. rawing the inside is key for his chances and he can play a leading role on debut. 2nd Pick 5 Sprint For Glory Jockey: Clint Johnston-Porter Trainer: Sean & Jake Casey J: Clint Johnston-Porter T: Sean & Jake Casey	53	-	-	-	12%	15/2
Analysis Draws barrier one for Sean & Jake Casey and brings one of the better family profiles in the race. He is a half-brother to Aberdeen Flyer, a Listed J.C. Roberts Stakes winner, and to Dixie Doo, a Belmont Park city winner over 6f. rawing the inside is key for his chances and he can play a leading role on debut.
1	Makes his first race appearance for Darren McAuliffe with Lucy Fiore booked, and that rider engagement gives the debut some extra polish. The Universal Ruler and Niigata gelding draws midfield in barrier six, while the trainer-sire record sits at a solid 17% wins and 43% placings from a big sample. Recent trial was superb and he looks to get things to suit. 3rd Pick 1 Albirex Jockey: Lucy Fiore Trainer: Darren Mcauliffe J: Lucy Fiore T: Darren Mcauliffe	42	-	-	-	17%	5/1
Analysis Makes his first race appearance for Darren McAuliffe with Lucy Fiore booked, and that rider engagement gives the debut some extra polish. The Universal Ruler and Niigata gelding draws midfield in barrier six, while the trainer-sire record sits at a solid 17% wins and 43% placings from a big sample. Recent trial was superb and he looks to get things to suit.

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