Flemington (VIC) – Good 4
R1 – TAB Talindert Stakes (1100m, LR, 2YO SW + P)
Analysis
Very little exposed form here. STELLAR CIPHER (2) narrowly missed on debut at Pakenham and looks the one to beat with natural improvement. HARD KICK (4) debuts from a sharp stable and can figure with race luck. SHAH JAHAN (5) is another first starter from a powerful yard worth including in multiples. AUTUMN LOVER (6) also steps out for the first time and isn’t hopeless.
Selections
- Stellar Cipher (7) – $18.00
- Hard Kick (4) – $3.10
- Shah Jahan (3) – $7.00
- Autumn Lover (1) – $17.00
R2 – TAB We're On (2000m, BM78 SW + P)
Analysis
FIORENOT (6) has won his past two at Flemington and hit the line strongly last time — hard to oppose again. OTAGO (9) was narrowly beaten as favourite at Pakenham and returning to city grade keeps him in the mix. CHASING APHRODITE (1) resumes with blinkers off and profiles as an each-way player. EXTREME VIRTUE (13) maps wide but has the pace to offset it and must be respected from the Hayes camp.
Selections
- Fiorenot (9) – $3.30
- Otago (8) – $23.00
- Chasing Aphrodite (6) – $31.00
- Extreme Virtue (13) – $26.00
R3 – Desirable Stakes (1400m, LR, 3YO Fillies SW + P)
Analysis
The race looks to revolve around the top pair. SASS APPEAL (2) is chasing three straight after wins at Flemington and Seymour and is ideally placed. OLE DANCER (1) resumes off a Caulfield win and has upside. SKY WATCHER has been ultra-consistent and shouldn’t be ignored for minor money. NEXT JEN (5) returns from a spell and can spice up exotics.
Selections
- Sass Appeal (1) – $2.05
- Ole Dancer (6) – $3.00
- Next Jen (4) – $23.00
R4 – VOBIS Gold Prelude (1100m Handicap)
Analysis
The winner likely comes from the top two. IMMORTAL STAR (2) seeks a hat-trick after impressive wins at Sale and Flemington and gets the nod. MYSTIC REIGN (7) drops back to metro level and demands respect. JAKIVY (9) has been knocking on the door and looks a strong quinella hope. PERILOUS FIGHTER (3) is back in town and can run into the placings.
Selections
- Immortal Star (1) – $2.10
- Mystic Reign (3) – $9.00
- Jakivy (5) – $13.00
- Perilous Fighter (2) – $9.50
R5 – The Schweppes Plate (1200m, BM90 Quality, VOBIS Gold)
Analysis
NDOLA (4) has been racing consistently at metro level this prep and deserves a win, strong claims. RUE DE ROYALE (7) returns to Flemington where he’s already scored this campaign. FISSION (8) is racing well and could surprise. GREAT MAXIMUS (5) has been competitive here and represents a serious danger.
Selections
- Ndola (5) – $4.80
- Rue De Royale (2) – $2.50
- Fission (4) – $9.00
- Great Maximus (8) – $4.80
R6 – Be Captivated Trophy (2500m Handicap)
Analysis
A race dominated by the top two chances. BERKELEY SQUARE (1) backs up quickly after a solid Caulfield placing and gets the slight edge. JENNI'S MEADOW (7) continues to race honestly and is right in the finish again. SCARY (4) should improve second-up and can surprise. NEWFOUNDLAND (3) brings winning form and shouldn’t be overlooked.
Selections
- Berkeley Square (7) – $12.00
- Jenni's Meadow (4) – $13.00
- Scary (3) – $7.00
- Newfoundland (2) – $9.50
R7 – The Elms Handicap (1400m, LR WFA)
Analysis
A tight contest between the leading trio. CAFE MILLENIUM (2) has strong Flemington credentials and rates highly. MATCHA LATTE (6) was solid first-up and will strip fitter. BIRDMAN resumes off a spell with a trial win under his belt and must be respected. SABAJ also resumes and has solid claims.
Selections
- Cafe Millenium (6) – $5.00
- Matcha Latte (8) – $4.40
R8 – Black Caviar Lightning (1000m, Group 1 WFA)
Analysis
Elite sprint contest. GIGA KICK (1) resumes after a break and finished strongly to win last start here — the one to beat. TENTYRIS (4) brings outstanding recent form and looms large. BARAQIEL (2) has trialled well and can feature. MY GLADIOLA (7) also returns off a solid trial and has claims.
Selections
- Giga Kick (6) – $3.80
- Baraqiel (5) – $9.00
- Tentyris (7) – $2.70
- My Gladiola (8) – $7.50
R9 – CS Hayes Stakes (1400m, Group 3 3YO C&G SW + P)
Analysis
ASAKURA (9) looks to make it three straight after strong wins at Geelong and Terang and commands respect. SIXTIES (2) was impressive resuming at Rosehill and shapes as the major threat. WETUMPKA (11) draws to get the right run and can improve. BEYOND QUESTION (12) won stylishly on debut and has upside.
Selections
- Asakura (6) – $7.00
- Sixties (9) – $1.70
- Wetumpka (1) – $34.00
- Beyond Question (2) – $41.00
R10 – Frances Tressady Stakes (1400m, Group 3 F&M SW + P)
Analysis
The winner likely comes from the top two. PHILIA (1) resumes off a lengthy spell but trialled strongly and gets the nod. PARADISE CITY (10) returns to metro grade off a Pakenham win and is a genuine threat. TOO DARN DISCREET (4) has an excellent Flemington record and can surprise fresh. GRID GIRL (9) has trialled nicely and is not out of this.
Selections
- Philia (4) – $5.00
- Paradise City (10) – $10.00
- Too Darn Discreet (3) – $4.80
- Grid Girl (9) – $7.50