Port Macquarie (NSW) – Soft 7
R1 – Country Boosted Maiden Plate | 1000m | 12:55
Small field to kick things off and the map plays a key role. Sunstaz resumes and draws perfectly to get a soft run, making her a leading chance. Miss Como hasn’t had much luck recently but has the ability to improve, while Home Siren profiles well on debut from a strong stable. Juviance returns off a long break with a trial under the belt and could sneak into the finish.
Selections
10. Sunstaz — $7.50
9. Miss Como — $6.50
11. Home Siren — $2.65
7. Juviance — $21.00
R2 – Maiden Handicap | 1500m | 13:25
A small field where race shape may dictate the result. Carmine comes off a strong effort at Wyong and looks close to breaking through. Colorado Tycoon should be suited up in trip and can position well, while Grace And Style has improvement to come from a good yard. Bobbin Back profiles as a place chance in an even contest.
Selections
- Carmine — $2.20
- Colorado Tycoon — $9.00
- Grace And Style — $51.00
- Bobbin Back — $9.00
R3 – BM58 Handicap | 1000m | 13:55
A competitive sprint where several have claims. She’s A Wild One resumes and has shown enough previously to be competitive fresh. Deebee’s Girl should improve second-up and has a strong record in that position, while Send A Telegram continues to race consistently. Cutting Edge comes off a win and can go on with it.
Selections
8. She’s A Wild One — $9.50
6. Deebee’s Girl — $4.20
5. Send A Telegram — $5.00
- Cutting Edge — $4.50
R4 – Super Maiden Handicap | 1200m | 14:35
Small field but tricky race. Busy Bee was impressive on debut and should take improvement into this. Dynamic Diva drops back to a more suitable level and looks the main danger, while Jigadee returns to non-metro grade and can improve at odds.
Selections
8. Busy Bee — $2.90
10. Dynamic Diva — $6.00
13. Jigadee — $34.00
R5 – BM66 Handicap | 1800m | 15:15
The staying race looks to revolve around a few key chances. Mortlake led throughout to win last start and can go on with it. Five Rings is consistent and suited stepping back up in trip, while Rock The Machine is chasing three straight wins. Strobing continues to race honestly and should be around the mark again.
Selections
2. Mortlake — $5.75
4. Five Rings — $7.50
8. Rock The Machine — $7.00
9. Strobing — $4.40
R6 – BM58 Handicap | 1500m | 16:00
An open race where several have winning claims. Spandex has been knocking on the door at this track and looks well placed. Stern Dispute is building nicely and can improve again, while Ken’ker has the speed to offset the draw. Shelley’s Lookout can hit the line strongly if the tempo suits.
Selections
3. Spandex — $8.50
7. Stern Dispute — $3.60
2. Ken’ker — $6.50
12. Shelley’s Lookout — $5.25
R7 – BM58 Handicap | 1200m | 16:42
A competitive closer with multiple chances. Savvyrocker is racing well and has a strong record at the track. Steely Girl is consistent and proven here, while Discreet Lady drops in trip and can improve. Chisato resumes in a suitable race and should not be overlooked.
Selections
4. Savvyrocker — $3.50
5. Steely Girl — $6.50
9. Discreet Lady — $8.00
12. Chisato — $3.90
