NZ - Gore - Race 3

Thoroughbred

14 Runners

6.6f

Maiden

Turf

SOFT 6

11.6K

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Verdict

FOUROFUS (5) got too far out of his ground last time out over a mile, and ran on when the race was all over. He cops another wide gate, but with Amber Riddell back in the saddle, you can expect him to be ridden more positively early on this time. With any luck, he should break through for an overdue win. TRANQUIL EYES (7) ran on late to snatch third after starting from a wide gate on her home track at Timaru just over a month ago. She has won a trial there since then, and with some luck from another wide draw, she can figure in the top 3 again. Each way. WOODLANDS (1) ran on too late here 8 days ago after making a slow start. He was placed in both of his starts to start the season, and with the winkers on, he is worth another chance. BIG EXIT (8) did not have much luck fresh up at Cromwell 3 weeks ago. The blinkers are on, and a much-improved run is on the cards. Each way value. LADY MELL (10) makes her debut and has been given plenty of time to mature. Check the markets.

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Horse Stats

#/Silk	Horse#/Horse	Power Rating	High Speed	Win %	Top 3%	Win Prob	Odds
5	At the latest run settled back and ran on when 6th of 12 at Ascot Park on November 23 over 1m, on a slow track, 4 len behind Ocean Boulevard carrying 119lbs at $2.10. The run before that sat on the speed and boxed on steadily 2nd of 8 at Riverton on November 2 over 7f, in the wet, 0.8 len behind Rings Of Satin with 119lbs at $1.70. Draws out again but able to play a big role. 1st Pick 5 Fourofus Jockey: Amber Riddell Trainer: Kelvin Tyler J: Amber Riddell T: Kelvin Tyler	213	-	-	-	34%	2/1
Analysis At the latest run settled back and ran on when 6th of 12 at Ascot Park on November 23 over 1m, on a slow track, 4 len behind Ocean Boulevard carrying 119lbs at $2.10. The run before that sat on the speed and boxed on steadily 2nd of 8 at Riverton on November 2 over 7f, in the wet, 0.8 len behind Rings Of Satin with 119lbs at $1.70. Draws out again but able to play a big role.
7	Comes off a 32 day let-up. Most recently 3rd of 14 at Phar Lap Racecourse on November 19 over 1m, 2.25 len behind Approaching carrying 122lbs at $4.20. The start before that 11th of 18 at Riccarton Park on November 12 over 1m, on a slow track, 6 len behind Eight Pence with 119lbs at $61. Sure to be in the thick of things again. 2nd Pick 7 Tranquil Eyes Jockey: Kendra Bakker Trainer: Len & Lacy Stewart J: Kendra Bakker T: Len & Lacy Stewart	111	-	-	-	10%	10/1
Analysis Comes off a 32 day let-up. Most recently 3rd of 14 at Phar Lap Racecourse on November 19 over 1m, 2.25 len behind Approaching carrying 122lbs at $4.20. The start before that 11th of 18 at Riccarton Park on November 12 over 1m, on a slow track, 6 len behind Eight Pence with 119lbs at $61. Sure to be in the thick of things again.
1	At the latest run 7th of 14 at Ascot Park on December 13 over 7f, on a slow track, 4.5 len behind Courte Xena with 127lbs at $5.10. The race before that tracked the speed and boxed on steadily 3rd of 13 at Cromwell on November 28 over 7f, on a slow track, 4 len behind My Sharona carrying 122lbs at $9.60. Winning chance if at his best. 3rd Pick 1 Woodlands Jockey: Abdul Najib Trainer: John & Shane Phillips J: Abdul Najib T: John & Shane Phillips	98	-	-	-	17%	5/1
Analysis At the latest run 7th of 14 at Ascot Park on December 13 over 7f, on a slow track, 4.5 len behind Courte Xena with 127lbs at $5.10. The race before that tracked the speed and boxed on steadily 3rd of 13 at Cromwell on November 28 over 7f, on a slow track, 4 len behind My Sharona carrying 122lbs at $9.60. Winning chance if at his best.

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