R1 – Harvey Norman Ararat 3YO Maiden Plate (1100m)

Analysis
IMZADA (11) resumes after a break and looks well suited dropping back into non-metro company, making him the one to beat. APACHE SUNRISE (7) was strong fresh at Swan Hill and the addition of winkers may give him another lift. NEEDLESTICK (12) closed off well on debut and should improve with race fitness. SWOBODA (14) resumes and has previously competed in tougher races, giving her an each-way look.

Selections
• 11. Imzada (4) — $5.50
• 7. Apache Sunrise (14) — $9.50
• 12. Needlestick (16) — $16.00
• 14. Swoboda (10) — $6.00

R2 – Russ Studio Jewellers 4YO+ Maiden Plate (1100m)

Analysis
With key runners coming out, the race becomes more open. BRAZEN FLING (12) ran above market expectations first-up at Kilmore and looks a winning chance again. RULE OF THUNDER (8) debuts from the inside draw and could run a cheeky race. CORAL JET (1) is another first starter who can measure up based on stable profile.

Selections
• 12. Brazen Fling (8) — $12.00
• 8. Rule Of Thunder (1) — $41.00
• 1. Coral Jet (9) — $41.00

R3 – Harris Accident Repair Centre Maiden Plate (1300m)

Analysis
WACO KID (6) should improve second-up and his previous Geelong form suggests he’s well within striking distance here. SHOT OF SATIN (12) is consistent this prep and another honest run looks likely. ALGADON STORM (13) wasn’t far away last start and remains one of the better chances. PETROULA (11) battled on steadily last start and can figure in the placings again.

Selections
• 6. Waco Kid (11) — $6.00
• 12. Shot Of Satin (7) — $8.00
• 13. Algadon Storm (15) — $19.00
• 11. Petroula (18) — $17.00

R4 – Carlton Draught Maiden Plate (2200m)

Analysis
KAMAROOKA (11) continues to hold consistent form and looks well placed again in a winnable race. PHANTOM’S CHASE (3) keeps putting in strong efforts and should be fighting out the finish. HONEYJOY (6) rarely runs a poor race and remains one of the top hopes. IDLING BEHIND (7) gets winkers applied and could improve sharply at value.

Selections
• 11. Kamarooka (5) — $5.00
• 3. Phantom’s Chase (11) — $2.40
• 6. Honeyjoy (4) — $5.00
• 7. Idling Behind (9) — $16.00

R5 – Ararat Concrete 0–56 Handicap (2200m)

Analysis
LICHESTER (7) wasn’t far away last start and earlier form suggests this suits. TOGANMAIN (9) is consistent enough to be around the mark again. CUT NO ICE (14) continues to race well and looks one of the stronger threats. DHARAM SHALAA (1) has talent when right and stays in the conversation.

Selections
• 7. Lichester (4) — $9.50
• 9. Toganmain (2) — $16.00
• 14. Cut No Ice (6) — $4.40
• 1. Dharam Shalaa (8) — $8.50

R6 – Manhari BM56 Handicap (1600m)

Analysis
MY UNCLE DID IT (8) broke through nicely first-up and looks well placed to go back-to-back. FINE REBEL (12) continues to race well and shouldn’t be far away again. THINXZO (3) brings reliable form and is one of the main dangers. DEVIL’S CRAFT (6) caused an upset last start and is capable of surprising again.

Selections
• 8. My Uncle Did It (5) — $3.80
• 12. Fine Rebel (1) — $14.00
• 3. Thinxzo (8) — $5.50
• 6. Devil’s Craft (3) — $19.00

R7 – Ords Motorcycles BM56 Handicap (1100m)

Analysis
THE KILL CLUB (13) was strong late last start and looks ready to peak here. PROPHET’S CHOICE (14) is in winning form and drops nicely in grade. FRENCH SAVOY (10) resumes and is capable of improving sharply fresh. SHOOTER MCGAVIN (4) is another first-up runner who can produce at his best.

Selections
• 13. The Kill Club (9) — $3.30
• 14. Prophet’s Choice (3) — $9.50
• 10. French Savoy (13) — $19.00
• 4. Shooter Mcgavin (8) — $6.50

R8 – Bet365 Bet Boost BM56 Handicap (1300m)

Analysis
INTIMEOFNEED (12) was heavily supported last start and only narrowly beaten, making her a top winning hope. THE NARRATOR (1) is holding form and shouldn’t be underestimated. WINNING TOAST (2) returns and her previous prep was strong enough to command respect. ADKI (13) is chasing a hat-trick and stays in the mix even rising in class.

Selections
• 12. Intimeofneed (4) — $4.80
• 1. The Narrator (3) — $4.40
• 2. Winning Toast (15) — $6.50
• 13. Adki (6) — $11.00

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