Ballarat Racing Tips
Race 1 – Manhari Fillies & Mares Maiden Plate (1100m)
Call Me Maura was strong on debut at Swan Hill and should take improvement from that run. The good draw helps and she looks the clear horse to beat, but Needlestick is worth respecting at big odds if she brings her trial form to race day.
Selections:
- Call Me Maura – $1.40
- Needlestick – $21.00
- Apache Sunrise – $5.50
- Cicconi Rain – $9.00
Race 2 – Cunningham Racing Maiden Plate (1500m)
Forever Jeune looks well suited back onto the synthetic after failing to handle heavy ground last start. Her first-up Geelong run was good enough to win this, and she should be ridden more positively. Kovu is a roughie worth including after a decent synthetic trial.
Selections:
- Forever Jeune – $2.70
- Kovu – $26.00
- Li’l Miss Drama – $2.80
- Lepracanto – $9.50
Race 3 – Global Turf Maiden Plate (2100m)
Camelot Time looks ready to break through after another solid effort at Seymour. The rise to 2100m suits and he should be strong late. Swan Dance and Convaaya both have claims, but Camelot Time looks the safest betting option.
Selections:
- Camelot Time – $2.20
- Swan Dance – $3.80
- Cristaria – $5.50
- Convaaya – $6.00
Race 4 – Sportsbet More Places Benchmark 56 Handicap (2200m)
Tradeworx is a proven synthetic-track performer and comes off a strong Wodonga win. He should appreciate getting back onto this surface and the wider draw can help him build momentum away from kick-back. He looks the best bet on the card.
Selections:
- Tradeworx – $3.30
- Triple Oh – $5.00
- All In Vain – $4.80
- Jaz Tycoon – $7.00
Race 5 – Hygain Edge Benchmark 56 Handicap (1400m)
Queen Beira looks over the odds returning to synthetic ground. She was good first-up before not handling conditions last start, and she has run well at Ballarat Synthetic before. Docinthe and San Marco both have claims, but Queen Beira appeals as the value play.
Selections:
- Queen Beira – $8.00
- Docinthe – $6.50
- San Marco – $21.00
- Shay’s Way – $23.00
Race 6 – Happy Birthday Alex Quilliam Benchmark 62 Handicap (1200m)
Divine Thoughts can improve sharply after a plain run at Mornington. She has tactical speed, gets weight relief and should be suited if she can land on speed. Quebeck and Warrior Smile are both live chances in an open race.
Selections:
- Divine Thoughts – $6.50
- Quebeck – $8.00
- Warrior Smile – $6.00
- Empressive Enuff – $5.00
Race 7 – Hygain Edge Benchmark 56 Handicap (1000m)
Dani California looks suited dropping back to 1000m after going too hard last start. She should be able to lead or sit outside the speed and prove hard to run down. Doc’s Nipper is another who can improve back on firmer ground.
Selections:
- Dani California – $5.50
- Doc’s Nipper – $7.00
- Secret Hell – $4.20
- Taino Rocket – $5.00
Best Bet
Race 4 – Tradeworx ($3.30)
He is proven on synthetic tracks, comes off a dominant win and looks perfectly placed back onto a suitable surface.
Good luck if you’re having a bet at Ballarat today.
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