Rockhampton (QLD) – Soft 5 | 7 Races
R1 – 1200m 2YO Maiden Hcp (13:01)
Stylish Diamond (5) looks ready to break through after a strong fresh effort at Mackay and maps well on speed. Sport (3) was solid last start here and should strip fitter. Dazzling Geisha (6) can improve sharply and is well placed, while The Barber (2) is a debutant who could feature with any luck.
Selections:
5. Stylish Diamond (4) – $4.20
3. Sport (5) – $3.00
6. Dazzling Geisha (3) – $3.70
2. The Barber (8) – $6.00
R2 – 1050m Maiden Hcp (13:36)
A race lacking depth where Triple Spirit (2) can bounce back and take advantage of a good draw. Bowdene (3) showed ability on debut and resumes with upside. Jolly Japes (8) is a well-trialled newcomer to watch, while Belvedere Miss (9) can run on late at odds.
Selections:
2. Triple Spirit (2) – $6.50
3. Bowdene (9) – $3.20
8. Jolly Japes (5) – $3.70
9. Belvedere Miss (7) – $13.00
R3 – 1400m 3YO Hcp (14:11)
Scialla (5) has done little wrong to date and comes off a strong win here, making her the one to beat. Saraqael (1) has an outstanding record at the track and is the main danger. Our Eagle Rock (3) loves this circuit and can improve, while Betterlucknexttime (2) gets all favours from the draw.
Selections:
5. Scialla (2) – $2.25
- Saraqael (7) – $3.50
- Our Eagle Rock (8) – $21.00
- Betterlucknexttime (1) – $10.00
R4 – 1600m BM60 Hcp (14:46)
Smart Mission (3) looks well placed after a narrow defeat and should get every chance from the inside. Bold Blaze (6) drops back in grade and has strong claims. San Juan (8) is improving and can surprise, while Bo Bo Beware (4) is racing consistently and worth including.
Selections:
3. Smart Mission (1) – $2.10
6. Bold Blaze (4) – $2.90
8. San Juan (9) – $11.00
4. Bo Bo Beware (3) – $20.00
R5 – 1050m BM58 Hcp (15:21)
Neverenoughlego (5) was dominant breaking maiden here and is hard to oppose again. Ten Carat Lucy (6) is racing in top form and will be finishing strongly. Blitzwater (3) resumes with trial form and could measure up, while Irish Rocket (4) can improve with gear changes.
Selections:
5. Neverenoughlego (7) – $1.95
6. Ten Carat Lucy (4) – $3.50
3. Blitzwater (2) – $4.40
4. Irish Rocket (1) – $16.00
R6 – 1050m BM72 Hcp (15:58)
King Spirit (1) drops in grade and looks well placed to bounce back. Universal Harmony (5) resumes off a strong win and should be prominent. Dragon’s Snip (2) is a track specialist who can improve, while others look tested.
Selections:
- King Spirit (4) – $2.25
- Universal Harmony (3) – $3.40
- Dragon’s Snip (7) – $21.00
R7 – 1300m BM60 Hcp (16:38)
An open race to finish where Outback Bandit (1) comes off a strong win and looks well placed again. Victory’s Ghost (6) has upside and can improve. Better Than Words (9) should be strong late, while Boom Boom Bella (10) is a track specialist who can give a sight.
Selections:
- Outback Bandit (10) – $4.50
- Victory’s Ghost (4) – $12.00
- Better Than Words (9) – $8.50
- Boom Boom Bella (1) – $13.00
