Hobart (TAS) – Soft 5
R1 – Salters Hire Maiden (1000m, Maiden SW)
Analysis
LAWRENNY BOYS (3) went down narrowly as favourite here last start and has been competitive at metro level this prep, sets the standard. LIN THIZZY (9) debuts from a respected stable and must be kept safe. UPHEAVAL (4) backs up quickly with winkers removed and can figure at odds. UNA PALOMA BLANCA (7) has placed fresh before and represents the Blacker yard, worth including in wider plays.
Selections
- Lawrenny Boys (8) – $4.00
- Lin Thizzy (5) – $7.00
- Upheaval (9) – $5.50
- Una Paloma Blanca (11) – $27.00
R2 – Kevin Sharkie Maiden (1430m, Maiden SW)
Analysis
SH'BOURNE RISING (9) improved last start at Launceston and looks well placed to break through. ALPINE WHISKEY (1) was heavily supported when narrowly beaten and looms as the main threat. SH'BOURNE POWER (2) has upside after a fair debut and shouldn’t be overlooked. SEDITIOUS AWARD (8) has been competitive this campaign and can run into the placings.
Selections
- Sh'bourne Rising (6) – $6.00
- Alpine Whiskey (4) – $4.80
- Sh'bourne Power (13) – $12.00
- Seditious Award (14) – $9.50
R3 – Ladbrokes Odds Surge BM68 Hcp (1430m)
Analysis
GEE GEES ME BOY (3) was solid here last start and has already won at the track this campaign, leading hope. NICCO THE GREEK (1) brings strong stable support and can challenge. FLYING BILLIE (2) boasts an excellent Hobart record and appeals for exotics. ETHICAL DILEMMA (4) has previous track success and can fill a minor placing.
Selections
- Gee Gees Me Boy (2) – $3.00
- Nicco The Greek (1) – $7.50
- Flying Billie (7) – $3.00
- Ethical Dilemma (3) – $21.00
R4 – Ladbrokes Big Bets Copy Now Class 1 Hcp (1430m)
Analysis
BELLA CHINKARA (6) has metro-winning form and looks well suited in this company. TRIBAL COUNCIL (2) broke through last start and can measure up again. CELTIC ROSE (4) draws ideally and has been consistent. SILVER GRANGE (1) scored at odds last time and can add value to multiples.
Selections
- Bella Chinkara (11) – $3.70
- Tribal Council (3) – $8.50
- Celtic Rose (1) – $11.00
- Silver Grange (6) – $16.00
R5 – Ladbrokes Mega Multi Class 2 Hcp (1200m)
Analysis
MAGNOLIA SKY (1) is chasing three straight at Hobart and looks the one they must catch. ANTHEIA (3) was strong late in winning here last time and can threaten again. WEDNESDAY'S BOSS (5) has ability despite a recent flat run. BILLIE THE GREAT (6) was narrowly beaten last start and remains in the mix.
Selections
- Magnolia Sky (7) – $3.70
- Antheia (3) – $5.00
- Wednesday's Boss (6) – $8.00
- Billie The Great (9) – $5.00
R6 – Winning Edge Presentations BM68 Hcp (1100m)
Analysis
STREET DIVA (4) resumed with a win at Launceston and looks hard to beat again. GEORGARONI (2) thrives at Hobart and is capable of running a bold race. SWEET LUCIFER (3) backs up quickly and can figure with luck.
Selections
- Street Diva (2) – $3.50
- Georgaroni (8) – $4.20
- Sweet Lucifer (1) – $9.00
R7 – Aviso Tas Insurance Brokers Class 4 (1600m)
Analysis
COAL RIVER (1) has been in excellent form this prep with multiple wins and shapes as the horse to beat. ROYAL DISPATCH (5) draws well on the quick turnaround and is the main danger. THICKSKINNED (8) is racing consistently and has each-way appeal. FIORENTE DE LEGEND (3) comes off a strong win and must be respected.
Selections
- Coal River (7) – $1.95
- Royal Dispatch (1) – $6.50
- Thickskinned (6) – $7.50
- Fiorente De Legend (5) – $5.00
R8 – Mingari + Co Maiden/Class 1 (2100m)
Analysis
LORD HEAR US (4) has been knocking on the door this prep and looks well placed to strike. CARNOTAURUS (10) was solid last start and can be competitive again. TIDEFORD (2) surprised at odds breaking through last time and can fill a place. NO SURPRISES (6) steps up in distance and may improve sharply at long odds.
Selections
- Lord Hear Us (5) – $6.00
- Carnotaurus (9) – $5.00
- Tideford (4) – $9.00
- No Surprises (7) – $101.00