Ipswich (QLD) – Heavy 8
R1 – Racing Hearts Maiden Plate (2190m)
Analysis
LA GRACIA (2) continues to race well and her latest placing suggests the rise in distance won’t pose an issue. MISS ELLYSE (5) has been consistent and her latest Gold Coast effort keeps her in the mix. MAKING EYES (7) wasn’t far away last start and may improve with blinkers removed. MAGIC THEY SAY (4) backs up quickly and can fill a minor spot with luck.
Selections
• 2. La Gracia (3) — $1.95
• 5. Miss Ellyse (5) — $6.00
• 7. Making Eyes (2) — $3.00
• 4. Magic They Say (1) — $41.00
R2 – Ipswich Party Hire QTIS 3YO Maiden Plate (1700m)
Analysis
NOTTINGTON PRINCE (4) has been ultra-consistent at metro level and looks perfectly placed to break through. HE’S GOT GRUNT (1) should take improvement from recent runs and has each-way appeal. BODHRAN (6) draws ideally and may peak third-up. VINTAGE VIBES (5) was solid fresh but needs to lift off the latest effort.
Selections
• 4. Nottington Prince (5) — $2.75
• 1. He's Got Grunt (6) — $6.25
• 6. Bodhran (1) — $3.20
• 5. Vintage Vibes (7) — $6.00
R3 – TAB Maiden Plate (1700m)
Analysis
LAAN (8) brings strong recent form and looks tough to beat in a small field. KOBABILITY (7) keeps holding form and another bold showing is expected. TULONG (4) has been consistent this prep and maps well from the draw. ALZURRI (1) wasn’t disgraced last start and could surprise if things fall his way.
Selections
• 8. Laan (4) — $2.70
• 7. Kobability (2) — $5.00
• 4. Tulong (1) — $3.60
• 1. Alzurri (5) — $81.00
R4 – Great Northern Class 5 Handicap (1100m)
Analysis
SPEEDY ONE (7) hasn’t been far off the mark and looks capable of bouncing back strongly. PARTY SPIRIT (8) continues to run well and is suited returning to metro grade. RICH MINX (3) has been ultra-reliable this prep and commands respect. BLUE SPINEL (5) has performed consistently and may surprise at odds.
Selections
• 7. Speedy One (4) — $5.00
• 8. Party Spirit (3) — $4.20
• 3. Rich Minx (1) — $4.60
• 5. Blue Spinel (2) — $3.60
R5 – Barrier Reef Pools Benchmark 70 Handicap (1700m)
Analysis
POWER ACE (11) enjoys racing at Ipswich and should be strong late. ZOU BIG BOY (4) is another who thrives here and looks well placed. FLYING BAT (7) has good track form and needs consideration. MOONSHINE RUN (8) won nicely last time and could go on with it.
Selections
• 11. Power Ace (3) — $13.00
• 4. Zou Big Boy (7) — $6.00
• 7. Flying Bat (2) — $8.50
• 8. Moonshine Run (6) — $17.00
R6 – Gordon's Gin Benchmark 65 Handicap (1350m)
Analysis
IVY DEXSTRESS (5) brings metro form and looks well suited in this grade. FERINO (4) resumes and his last win at Eagle Farm reads strongly. DIAMOND EPIC (3) should improve after being beaten as favourite. SMART SHAZZA (6) has two wins this prep and remains competitive.
Selections
• 5. Ivy Dexstress (8) — $3.40
• 4. Ferino (1) — $8.00
• 3. Diamond Epic (7) — $4.20
• 6. Smart Shazza (5) — $4.60
R7 – Vince Insurance Class 1 Handicap (1200m)
Analysis
CEEKAY’S CHOICE (11) continues to race well and finds another suitable assignment. LANTAU ISLAND (4) strips fitter after his latest outing and should improve. SEQUEL (12) has upside and looks a danger if she recaptures earlier form. BLITZUM (1) stays in the mix with consistent displays this campaign.
Selections
• 11. Ceekay's Choice (2) — $7.00
• 4. Lantau Island (4) — $8.00
• 12. Sequel (3) — $7.50
• 1. Blitzum (1) — $2.50