Mornington (VIC) – Good 4
R1 – Sportsbet Blackbook Plate (2050m)
Analysis
JOHNICH (2) continues to build a consistent profile and his recent trial suggests he’s ready to go on with it. SKY DEEL (4) has been holding his form well at metro level and the gear change could spark improvement. GRINZINGER TUNDRA (1) keeps hitting the placings and is suited again. KING TAGALOA (3) has been around the mark and can feature with the right run.
Selections
• 2. Johnich (6) — $2.70
• 4. Sky Deel (1) — $2.60
• 1. Grinzinger Tundra (3) — $5.50
• 3. King Tagaloa (4) — $4.80
R2 – Flex23 Asphalting Plate (1500m)
Analysis
TRIPLE TIME (7) closed off well when resuming and looks the clear improver second-up. UNRIDDLE (8) is racing honestly and the winkers may sharpen her further. BOSS BOY (1) hasn’t been far away and can give a sight if things fall his way. FIORENTE RULES (9) debuts and may be one for wider multiples.
Selections
• 7. Triple Time (9) — $1.60
• 8. Unriddle (3) — $8.00
• 1. Boss Boy (6) — $15.00
• 9. Fiorente Rules (5) — $14.00
R3 – Jason Sparkes Plate (1500m)
Analysis
PROFFER (5) generally runs well fresh and his latest effort was sound enough to keep him in the mix. HORATIUS (2) showed talent on debut and should benefit from the experience. I BELIEVE I BELONG (6) has been consistent in tougher company and looks well placed. CHURCHILL LANE (1) debuts from a good draw and is worth thought.
Selections
• 5. Proffer (4) — $6.00
• 2. Horatius (5) — $5.00
• 6. I Believe I Belong (3) — $4.60
• 1. Churchill Lane (1) — $6.00
R4 – The Big Screen Company Plate (1200m)
Analysis
PATH TO PROFIT (9) has been knocking on the door and her early prep form reads well. FOXING WARRIOR (6) debuts and brings some trial experience that suggests talent. FAERIE (3) maps for a soft run and has each-way appeal. THEATRICAL QUEEN (12) ran well on debut and is capable of featuring again.
Selections
• 9. Path To Profit (3) — $2.40
• 6. Foxing Warrior (4) — $21.00
• 3. Faerie (1) — $17.00
• 12. Theatrical Queen (11) — $10.00
R5 – Coastal Agents Handicap (1200m)
Analysis
RUSSIAN FRONT (4) impressed scoring last start and stays in suitable company. THUNDER AWARD (5) continues to race well and was strong again last outing. ARABIAN MYTH (14) is trending upward and can be competitive despite the class rise. ROSA AOTEAROA (9) rarely runs poorly and shapes as a threat.
Selections
• 4. Russian Front (4) — $7.00
• 5. Thunder Award (10) — $6.50
• 14. Arabian Myth (5) — $23.00
• 9. Rosa Aotearoa (7) — $4.20
R6 – Betavet Handicap (1200m)
Analysis
NATIONAL CODE (16) got the job done impressively last start and looks capable of going on with it. ELECTRIC STAR (5) was solid when resuming and can improve second-up. BEDTIME ANGEL (4) is racing consistently and has the right profile. IMMORTAL STAR (2) is suited here and has strong second-up form.
Selections
• 16. National Code (7) — $4.20
• 5. Electric Star (6) — $5.50
• 4. Bedtime Angel (3) — $3.30
• 2. Immortal Star (4) — $6.00
R7 – Modtech Group Electricians Handicap (1500m)
Analysis
TATSU (4) continues to race in great heart and another bold effort is expected. GALLANT PRINCE (2) drops in trip and maps well. HANDY FRIEND (13) has claims with the blinkers coming off. HOT BLUE (10) was strong winning on debut and has upside.
Selections
• 4. Tatsu (9) — $5.00
• 2. Gallant Prince (2) — $12.00
• 13. Handy Friend (6) — $16.00
• 10. Hot Blue (7) — $5.50
R8 – Melbourne Christmas Wonderland Handicap (1000m)
Analysis
CAVALLA VELOCE (10) resumes and the winkers applied again look a positive move. UNDER MY THUMB (6) brings consistent provincial form and is capable of featuring. BAZABALL REWARDED (4) is flying and loves this track. SEVEN OCEANS (12) has been competitive this prep and is one for the wider chances.
Selections
• 10. Cavalla Veloce (8) — $14.00
• 6. Under My Thumb (4) — $13.00
• 4. Bazaball Rewarded (2) — $2.60
• 12. Seven Oceans (5) — $14.00