Best Bet

Race 5 - #5 STONYBRECK

Highly talented 3yo resuming in a R75 with only 54.5kg on his back after Niranjan Parmar’s 2kg claim. He was being set for races such as the 3yo Karaka Million and Levin Classic earlier this year, where he instead ended up spelling. The 1300m should suit first up, whilst the surface also poses no issues having won his debut over 970m on the synthetic. He’s a classy galloper who should be accounting for this field.

Value Bet

Race 1 - #3 MERSEY BEAT (Each Way)

Willing to forgive the last start run of this horse, with his two prior efforts being respectable enough to be right in the thick of it against this lineup. The wide barrier (10) won’t make this an easy task, however, with a positive ride from Courtney Barnes, he has the tactical speed to find a handy spot close to the rail early. At $14/$4.20, he looks a nice each way prospect to start the day with some luck in running.