Launceston tips and results

Our price $4.00 · SP $3.30 · David Pires

Florence Glass is a progressive 3yo filly who broke her maiden impressively last start over 1600m, winning by 2 lengths. She's been placed at this distance range previously and has shown good ability on soft tracks with a placing on similar going. David Pires is a strong booking with a 25% strike rate for the John Blacker stable, which is in excellent form. She's still improving and should handle the step up in distance based on her breeding (by Glass Harmonium) and racing pattern. Looks a genuine winning chance with natural improvement.

Our price $3.00 · SP $3.60 · J Radley

Lady Fern brings the strongest credentials to this maiden sprint with consistent recent form including four consecutive placings. She draws perfectly in barrier 2 which should give her a tactical advantage. She handles soft tracks well with multiple placings on similar going. From the in-form John Blacker stable with J Radley aboard (22% strike rate together), she should get the perfect run from the inside gate and looks ready to break through for a well-deserved win.

Our price $5.00 · SP $7.50 · Jabez Johnstone

She gets significant weight relief with Jabez Johnstone's 3kg claim, bringing her weight down to a competitive 53.5kg. The wide barrier is the main concern, but she has shown good tactical speed in previous races and should be able to find a position with cover. Her form on soft tracks is solid with a win and placing on similar going, and she looks a genuine winning chance if she can overcome the draw.

Our price $6.00 · SP $4.80 · Anthony Darmanin

Arianna's Gold showed promise on debut with a solid third placing, finishing strongly in the final 200m. She draws the inside gate which is a significant advantage for an inexperienced runner, and has Anthony Darmanin aboard which is a strong booking with an 18% strike rate. As a well-bred Alpine Eagle filly, she should appreciate the step up from 1100m to 1220m and is expected to improve second-up based on her trainer's 24% second-up strike rate. While she lacks experience, her debut run suggests she has ability, and the perfect draw gives her every chance.

Our price $6.00 · SP $9.00 · M Ulucinar

Gazza's Spirit brings solid credentials with a recent maiden win and consistent form including multiple placings. He has proven ability on soft tracks with several placings on similar going. The wide barrier is a concern, but he has shown tactical speed in his races and should be able to find a position with cover. While carrying top weight, he has the class to overcome it based on his recent performances. M Ulucinar knows him well with a 15% strike rate for the stable and should give him every chance from the draw.

Our price $5.00 · SP $11.00 · Georgie Catania

She's a recent maiden winner with a perfect barrier draw and strong Launceston record (8: 1-1-1). While she was unplaced last start in Class 2 company, she drops back to Class 1 here which should suit better. The Blacker stable is in excellent form with an 18% strike rate in recent months.

Our price $3.00 · SP $2.90 · Bulent Muhcu

He draws perfectly in barrier 2 which should give him a tactical advantage. His Launceston record is impressive (9: 2-1-1) and he's proven over similar distances with a win at 1600m. His form on soft tracks is solid with multiple placings on similar going. Bulent Muhcu knows him well with a 22% strike rate for the Blacker stable and should give him every chance from the good gate. He appears to have more upside than most of his rivals.

Our price $4.00 · SP $4.40 · Anthony Darmanin

Anthony Darmanin is a strong booking with an 18% strike rate at the track. While the wide barrier is a concern, she has shown tactical speed in her races and should be able to find a position with cover. This is her first attempt at 1620m, but her racing pattern and breeding (by Toronado) suggests she'll handle the extra distance. Her Victorian form is strong with placings in higher grade races, and she appears to have more upside than most of her rivals.

Our price $4.50 · SP $4.00 · Kelvin Sanderson

Shy Guy brings solid form with back-to-back wins in his last two starts in Queensland. He has proven ability over similar distances with a win at 1600m and handles soft tracks well with placings on similar going. The wide barrier is a concern, but he has shown tactical speed in his races and should be able to find a position midfield with cover. While carrying top weight, he has the class to overcome it based on his recent performances. Kelvin Sanderson knows him well with a 16% strike rate and should give him every chance.

Our price $3.00 · SP $2.40 · David Pires

He draws well in barrier 5 which should give him a tactical advantage. David Pires is a strong booking with a 17% strike rate and knows the horse well. While carrying top weight, his recent form suggests he has the class to overcome it. His versatile racing pattern allows him to either lead or sit just off the pace, and his form on soft tracks is excellent with multiple wins on similar going. The soft track conditions will suit, and he appears to be the main danger to the top selection.

Our price $12.00 · SP $41.00 · Daniel Ganderton

Despite the wide barrier and top weight, he brings strong credentials with four consecutive wins before a spell, showing his class and ability. His first-up record is solid with a win from two attempts, and he's been prepared with two solid trials. Daniel Ganderton is a strong booking with a 15% strike rate and knows the horse well. His form on soft tracks is excellent with multiple wins on similar going, and he's proven at the distance with several wins at 1200m.

Our price $8.00 · SP $14.00 · Kelvin Sanderson

Lord Whitegate brings solid credentials with excellent recent form including three wins from his last five starts. Kelvin Sanderson is a strong booking with a 16% strike rate at the track. While the barrier is less than ideal, his racing pattern suggests he'll be able to find a position midfield with cover. His form on soft tracks is solid with a win on similar going. From the in-form Stevenson stable which has been striking at over 20% in recent months, he appears to be the main danger to the top selections.

Our price $6.00 · SP $12.00 · Lauryn Bingley

He gets significant weight relief with Lauryn Bingley's 1.5kg claim, bringing his weight down to just 53kg. The barrier draw is favorable, and his racing pattern suggests he'll get a good run in transit. While this is his first attempt at 1420m, his racing style and breeding (by Needs Further) indicates he should handle the extra distance. From the in-form McCulloch stable which has been striking at 15% in recent months.

Our price $5.00 · SP $4.40 · Jabez Johnstone

He gets significant weight relief with Jabez Johnstone's 3kg claim, bringing his weight down to just 51kg which is a major advantage. While the barrier is less than ideal, his racing pattern suggests he'll be able to find a position with cover. His form on soft tracks is solid with placings on similar going. The Luttrell/Johnstone combination has been striking at 18% in recent months. While he often finds one better, the significant weight advantage gives him a genuine winning chance.

Our price $3.00 · SP $3.30 · J Radley

She gets weight relief with J Radley's 1.5kg claim, bringing her weight down to just 52.5kg. While the barrier is less than ideal, her recent form suggests she has the class to overcome it. Her racing pattern indicates she'll get back and run on strongly, which has proven successful in her recent wins. Her form on soft tracks is excellent with multiple wins on similar going. From the in-form John Blacker stable which has been striking at over 18% in recent months, she appears to be the main danger to the top selection.

Our price $5.00 · SP $10.00 · Christopher Pang

His form on soft tracks is excellent with multiple wins on similar going, and his Launceston record is strong with two wins and a placing from five starts. Christopher Pang is a strong booking with a 15% strike rate for the Gandy stable.