Ballarat Racing Tips

Race 1 – Porter Plant 3YO Maiden Plate

Selection: My Shalona
Current odds: $8.00 (odds subject to change)

My Shalona looks a genuine chance in a maiden that does not appear overly strong. She placed at Ballarat last start on a heavy track despite being unwanted in the betting, and coming from a good stable gives her solid claims again. At the current odds, she appeals as a nice value play.

Selections:

1. My Shalona – $8.00
2. Majestic Choice – $4.00
3. Done My Job – $5.00
4. Jakbe Nimble – $61.00

Race 2 – Brandt Maiden Plate

Selection: Libby Ann
Current odds: $5.50 (odds subject to change)

Libby Ann comes off a good third at Mount Gambier and looks close to breaking through. This is not a deep maiden, and she should be right in the finish if she brings that same form to the synthetic. Hellfire Bay and Stelletta are both dangers, but Libby Ann gets the nod at better odds.

Selections:

1. Libby Ann – $5.50
2. Hellfire Bay – $6.50
3. Stelletta – $2.40
4. Creative Righteous – $4.40

Race 3 – Global Turf Maiden Plate

Selection: Expensive Taste
Current odds: $1.50 (odds subject to change)

Expensive Taste looks very hard to beat after placing in all three career runs. She resumes here in a suitable maiden and brings the best exposed form in the race. The price is short, but she looks the clear top pick.

Selections:

1. Expensive Taste – $1.50
2. Blackjack – $4.00
3. Harry De Lad – $5.50
4. Very Famous – $41.00

Race 4 – Mittys Maiden Plate

Selection: Tennessee Spirit
Current odds: $2.60 (odds subject to change)

Tennessee Spirit looks well placed back to 1000m and should appreciate getting away from very heavy ground. Her first-up run at Caulfield was strong for this grade, and the claim helps if she rolls forward. With blinkers going on, she looks one of the stronger betting tips on the card.

Selections:

1. Tennessee Spirit – $2.60
2. Cacchione – $4.40
3. Blackhill Boy – $11.00
4. Points For Effort – $14.00

Race 5 – Manhari BM62 Handicap

Selection: Boyd
Current odds: $4.60 (odds subject to change)

Boyd was strong winning his maiden at Swan Hill and draws perfectly here. This is tougher, but he looks progressive enough to measure up in BM62 grade. From barrier one, he should get every chance to run well again.

Selections:

1. Boyd – $4.60
2. Bliss Bomb – $3.20
3. Toronado Boom – $6.00
4. Harford – $11.00

Race 6 – Hygain Edge Fillies And Mares BM56 Handicap

Selection: Our Little Star
Current odds: $4.00 (odds subject to change)

Our Little Star was solid when third at Ballarat Synthetic last start and looks suited stepping up slightly in trip. She maps to get a good run and has been racing well enough to turn the tables on Magnardo. At the current odds, she looks the better value.

Selections:

1. Our Little Star – $4.00
2. Magnardo – $2.70
3. Point Of Ecstasy – $16.00
4. Packers Journey – $6.00

Race 7 – Sportsbet Feed Class 1 Handicap

Selection: Bad Blood
Current odds: $1.95 (odds subject to change)

Bad Blood won on debut at Stawell and has trialled since, which should have him ready to go fresh. The price is short, but the debut form looks strong enough for this Class 1. If he handles the synthetic, he is clearly the one they have to beat.

Selections:

1. Bad Blood – $1.95
2. Min Kiata – $31.00
3. Very Torquee – $9.00
4. Moaksun – $14.00

Race 8 – Hygain Edge BM56 Handicap

Selection: Isalot
Current odds: $9.50 (odds subject to change)

Isalot broke through at Swan Hill last start and looks capable of going on with it. He should be fitter again and the 1500m looks suitable. In an open BM56, he appeals as one of the better value runners late in the day.

Selections:

1. Isalot – $9.50
2. She’s A Con – $5.00
3. Sweater Girl – $5.00
4. Darts Daly – $4.60

Best Bet

Race 4 – Tennessee Spirit ($2.60)

Tennessee Spirit looks ready to improve sharply back on a firmer synthetic surface, with blinkers on and a race shape that should suit.

Good luck if you’re betting at Ballarat Synthetic today and remember to compare odds before placing your wagers.

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