Gosford (NSW) – Good 4
R1 – Ventrac Class 1 & Maiden Plate (2100m)
Looks a race dominated by the top two. Rita’s Pearl (5) has been consistent this prep and was solid again last start at Wyong, making her the one to beat. Brundee Tom (4) wasn’t fancied last time but ran well and must be respected. Mortlake (3) is knocking on the door and can improve again, while Pharoah Queen (7) adds depth with a recent placing.
Selections:
5. Rita’s Pearl (6) – $2.60
4. Brundee Tom (3) – $3.60
3. Mortlake (7) – $6.00
7. Pharoah Queen (8) – $4.60
R2 – Risk And Safety Solutions Maiden Handicap (1000m)
Small field where all runners get their chance. Dragon Scroll (3) resumes off a solid trial and looks well placed to strike. Side Quest (8) comes from a strong camp and can improve sharply. Sammy The Bull (6) showed something last start and isn’t hopeless, while Acquaro (1) returns after a long break and could surprise.
Selections:
3. Dragon Scroll (2) – $1.85
8. Side Quest (3) – $13.00
6. Sammy The Bull (8) – $9.50
- Acquaro (5) – $6.00
R3 – Central Coast Jeep Class 1 Handicap (1600m)
This looks a race between a couple of key chances. Miles Of Glory (4) comes off a placing and is well placed here. Villa Castina (6) should improve second-up over this trip and poses a threat. Derry City Felix (1) brings winning form and can measure up, while Contaldo (2) gets the right run from the inside and shouldn’t be overlooked.
Selections:
4. Miles Of Glory (5) – $2.70
6. Villa Castina (2) – $3.60
- Derry City Felix (6) – $6.00
- Contaldo (1) – $6.00
R4 – Central Coast MG Super Maiden Plate (1100m)
A competitive maiden with several chances. Fernweh (3) resumes and has trialled well, making him the one to beat. Gamp (5) was unlucky not to win fresh and should go close again. Dirty Summer (2) has upside and can improve, while Revolutionary Star (4) also resumes and is in the mix.
Selections:
3. Fernweh (5) – $2.50
5. Gamp (1) – $3.50
2. Dirty Summer (4) – $5.50
4. Revolutionary Star (3) – $5.00
R5 – NCIS Sydney Provincial Maiden Handicap (1200m)
Race lacks early speed which could play a role. Ready Made Heir (16) has been ultra consistent and looks ready to break through. Barrow Power (8) was strong on debut and can overcome the wide draw. Arato (1) gets a good setup and is right in this, while Going By Train (2) is a watch runner on debut.
Selections:
16. Ready Made Heir (10) – $3.40
8. Barrow Power (17) – $4.60
- Arato (1) – $5.00
- Going By Train (4) – $81.00
R6 – Gosford IT Midway BM68 Handicap (1200m)
Open race with multiple chances. Puerto Banus (2) has been around the mark and gets his chance here. Jacob’s Ladder (4) returns in good order off a trial win and is a danger. Probability Theory (6) brings strong trial form and must be respected, while Norton Road (1) (scratched) was a key player.
Selections:
2. Puerto Banus (2) – $9.50
4. Jacob’s Ladder (10) – $4.00
6. Probability Theory (6) – $1.90
R7 – Sneddon Bros Class 1 Handicap (1200m)
Call Me Sassy (9) resumes and has never missed a placing, making her the standout. Button Up (5) has upside and comes off a solid trial. Koios (3) resumes and can feature, while Pimlico (4) also returns in good order and shouldn’t be dismissed.
Selections:
9. Call Me Sassy (4) – $3.70
5. Button Up (9) – $18.00
3. Koios (6) – $14.00
4. Pimlico (3) – $3.80
R8 – Central Coast Locksmiths BM64 Handicap (1100m)
Into Brooklyn (10) has been ultra consistent this prep and looks ready to win. Against The Law (1) improves second-up and can bounce back. Bivacco (5) (scratched) had claims, while Senshi (14) comes off a solid effort and can feature again.
Selections:
10. Into Brooklyn (7) – $3.20
- Against The Law (14) – $5.50
- Senshi (4) – $5.00
