NZ - Oamaru - Race 1

Thoroughbred

9 Runners

10.9f

Maiden

Turf

HEAVY 9

10.0K

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Verdict

FULL OF GUSTO (1) was so brave when finishing sixth in open grade at Riccarton 6 days ago, and he will have no trouble with the extra 2f. It is hard to believe that he has yet to win even a maiden race, and that should change in this. Clearly on top for us. OVERHEATED (3) is a one-paced battler who should receive a cosy run early on from the pole position, and aside from the top pick, this field is very modest. Top 4 claims. COSTANZA (4) steps up to a middle distance for the first time, and he can plod his way into the top 4 this time. THE PEONY XPRESS (8) has been very disappointing since finishing a close runner-up at Riccarton on the turf there 3 starts back. If she can find that form again, then she is worth including in all top 4 combos. CHATAYA (7) has more upside than most in this, and she is ready for a middle distance fourth up from a spell. Stick with her.

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Horse Stats

#/Silk	Horse#/Horse	Power Rating	High Speed	Win %	Top 3%	Win Prob
1	Most recently raced on the speed and boxed on steadily 6th of 9 at Riccarton Park on August 8 over 1m, on rain affected going, 5.5 len behind Riviera Rebel with 117lbs at $63.70. The race before that raced behind the speed prior to fading ran second last of 8 at Ashburton on July 2 over 1m, on rain affected going, 11 len behind Proserve with 121lbs at $20.50. Sure to run well. 1st Pick 1 Full Of Gusto Jockey: Daniel Bothamley Trainer: Sarah Dring J: Daniel Bothamley T: Sarah Dring	89	-	-	-	56%
Analysis Most recently raced on the speed and boxed on steadily 6th of 9 at Riccarton Park on August 8 over 1m, on rain affected going, 5.5 len behind Riviera Rebel with 117lbs at $63.70. The race before that raced behind the speed prior to fading ran second last of 8 at Ashburton on July 2 over 1m, on rain affected going, 11 len behind Proserve with 121lbs at $20.50. Sure to run well.
3	At the latest run 5th of 8 at Riccarton Park Synthetic on July 23 over 1m, 5 len behind Private Treaty carrying 127lbs at $15.50. The run before that 4th of 11 at Riccarton Park Synthetic on July 8 over 1m, 17 len behind Baggio carrying 129lbs at $38.70. Well placed in this line-up and can improve. 2nd Pick 3 Overheated Jockey: Bridget Grylls Trainer: Danny Crozier J: Bridget Grylls T: Danny Crozier	65	-	-	-	15%
Analysis At the latest run 5th of 8 at Riccarton Park Synthetic on July 23 over 1m, 5 len behind Private Treaty carrying 127lbs at $15.50. The run before that 4th of 11 at Riccarton Park Synthetic on July 8 over 1m, 17 len behind Baggio carrying 129lbs at $38.70. Well placed in this line-up and can improve.
4	At the latest run 8th of 14 at this track on July 19 over 7f, in the wet, 6 len behind Rockman carrying 129lbs at $21.60. The run before that 4th of 13 at Wingatui on June 28 over 1m, in the wet, 5.5 len behind Nigel with 129lbs at $22.10. Tough to beat if near his best. 3rd Pick 4 Costanza Jockey: Corey Campbell Trainer: Steven Woodsford J: Corey Campbell T: Steven Woodsford	65	-	-	-	12%
Analysis At the latest run 8th of 14 at this track on July 19 over 7f, in the wet, 6 len behind Rockman carrying 129lbs at $21.60. The run before that 4th of 13 at Wingatui on June 28 over 1m, in the wet, 5.5 len behind Nigel with 129lbs at $22.10. Tough to beat if near his best.

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Horse Racing Basic Terms

Maiden Race

A race exclusively for horses who have not previously won.

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A sudden veering to the inside or outside rail, often caused by the horse spooking or shying from something.

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