Balaklava tips and results

Our price $4.00 · SP $6.50 · Teagan Voorham

Indiamo brings solid form into this race with a second placing last start at Balaklava over 1300m. He has a good record at this track with one second from one start and performs well on good tracks (6: 0-2-2). Drawn wide in barrier 10 and carrying top weight of 58kg are the negatives, but his consistency puts him in the mix.

Our price $9.00 · SP $14.00 · Stacey Metcalfe

The addition of blinkers and a nose roll for the first time could spark significant improvement, and Stacey Metcalfe takes the ride. While he's yet to place from three starts, the gear changes and natural second-up improvement make him an interesting longshot.

Our price $6.50 · SP $6.00 · Alana Livesey

The gelding should improve significantly second-up and has drawn ideally in barrier 4 to take advantage of the inside barrier bias at Balaklava. With a good tempo expected, Gwyllgi should settle midfield and be running on strongly. The Richards & Moyle stable has been in decent form and Alana Livesey is a capable rider.

Our price $9.00 · SP $11.00 · Todd Pannell

He's drawn perfectly in barrier 2 which is crucial given the track's inside barrier bias. With 8 starts at this distance range including 2 placings, he has the experience needed. The addition of a nose roll could spark improvement, and having top jockey Todd Pannell aboard is a significant positive.

Our price $4.50 · SP $4.40 · Ben Price

Reciprocal brings strong class credentials having competed in Group and Listed races. However, his first-up record (0 from 3) is concerning, especially with 154 days between runs. The barrier draw is neutral, and he should be running on strongly late with the moderate-fast tempo predicted.

Our price $3.20 · SP $3.50 · Taylor Johnstone

Empress Of Soul comes off a maiden win over this track and distance 14 days ago, showing clear improvement with each run this preparation. Her proven ability at Balaklava and over this distance is a significant advantage, though she faces a steep class rise here. The moderate tempo should suit her racing pattern, and she appears to have more upside than most in this field.

Our price $5.00 · SP $6.00 · Todd Pannell

Irlandais brings remarkable consistency with 9 second placings from 22 starts and comes off a solid 3rd placing last start. The moderate tempo should suit his racing pattern, but he faces a significant class rise and is having his first start at Balaklava.

Our price $3.50 · SP $4.40 · Todd Pannell

Flambard has a strong record at Balaklava (4:1-0-2) including a win over this track and distance. Comes off a solid 3rd placing over 1400m at this track and should appreciate the step up to the mile where he has a good record (5:1-0-1). Perfectly drawn in barrier 1 which is advantageous at Balaklava. The 60kg is a concern but has the class to overcome it.

Our price $7.00 · SP $6.50 · Ben Price

Second-up from a spell with a solid second-up record (5:0-1-1). Has placed twice from three attempts at this distance. The barrier draw (9) is a slight concern, but with the expected fast tempo, should get a chance to finish strongly. Blinkers coming off is interesting but suggests connections want him to settle better.

Our price $2.40 · SP $4.00 · Jason Holder

Astrodean presents as the standout runner with consistent recent form, including a solid second-up record. The gelding has been racing in slightly higher class and drops back here with a perfect barrier draw. While yet to win at Balaklava, his overall profile suggests he's ready to peak third-up from a spell.

Our price $4.80 · SP $6.50 · Alana Livesey

My Crackling brings solid recent form including a close second at Balaklava over this distance. While his win strike rate is low, he's a consistent place-getter with a good record at this track. Alana Livesey knows the horse well and should give him every chance from the good gate.

Our price $8.00 · SP $8.00 · Taylor Johnstone

Our Goddess brings solid recent form including a runner-up finish at this track. The mare has drawn perfectly in barrier 1, which is significant given the track's inside barrier bias. While her win strike rate is modest, she has a good place record and should be right in the finish from the perfect draw.

Our price $6.00 · SP $7.00 · Kayla Crowther

While facing a class rise, she's drawn well and has the services of quality jockey Kayla Crowther.

Our price $4.50 · SP $3.20 · Rochelle Milnes

Broadway Lane brings strong course experience (12:1-1-4) and has been racing consistently with a 5th last start at this track. The weight relief compared to the top selection is advantageous, and his experience at this distance (21:1-3-6) is a positive. The gear change could freshen him up.

Our price $3.20 · SP $3.80 · S H Sit

He's dropping in class from recent runs and has drawn well in barrier 4. While his recent form has been inconsistent, the class drop and advantageous barrier draw could see him return to form. His best is good enough to win this.