Hobart tips and results

Our price $5.50 · SP $7.50 · Catherine Van Munster

Mister Manihi returns from a spell with an excellent fresh record, having placed third in 2 of his 3 first-up attempts. Well-drawn in barrier 2, he should take up a forward position but may face pressure in what looks to be a fast-tempo race. His consistency makes him a genuine place chance.

Our price $6.00 · SP $6.00 · Jabez Johnstone

The 5YO mare has been consistent without winning (0-1-2 from 14 starts) and gets the benefit of blinkers back on. While her first-up record is a concern (unplaced in 3 attempts), she maps to settle back and should appreciate the predicted fast tempo. The wide barrier is mitigated by her backmarker racing style.

Our price $4.50 · SP $8.00 · Kirra-Lee Lane

The middle barrier gives options in a race with moderate tempo, and his versatile racing pattern should be an advantage. While unproven on heavy tracks and at this distance, his overall consistency makes him a strong contender.

Our price $8.00 · SP $18.00 · Catherine Van Munster

While he hasn't won in 24 attempts, his experience and 5 career placings suggest he's capable in this company. The 43-day freshen-up is a query, but his record when resuming isn't terrible. Barrier 5 gives options in a moderately paced race, and while unproven on heavy tracks, his synthetic form (3 placings from 4 starts) suggests he might handle the conditions.

Our price $2.40 · SP $2.10 · Codi Jordan

Alpine Fury brings strong credentials with a perfect place record from two starts including a win second-up last preparation. Has tactical speed to utilize the inside draw and has performed well on soft tracks. Represents the strongest winning chance in a race with several first-up runners.

Our price $9.00 · SP $14.00 · Jackson Radley

While her win strike rate is low, she's a consistent performer who runs well second-up. Has proven ability on soft tracks and should appreciate the fast tempo predicted.

Our price $3.80 · SP $4.80 · Codi Jordan

Agnete brings solid recent form with a close 2nd last start over 1600m at this track on similar conditions. While unproven at this distance, her racing pattern suggests she'll handle the step up. With a good record at this track and on soft going, she represents the strongest winning chance.

Our price $5.00 · SP $9.00 · Kelvin Sanderson

While unproven at this distance, he's an improving stayer with only 5 days between runs ensuring fitness. His versatile racing pattern gives options, though his limited track experience and moderate overall record temper enthusiasm slightly.

Our price $6.00 · SP $8.00 · Christopher Pang

While his overall record is modest, he's a consistent performer at staying trips and draws well in barrier 3. His backmarker style is the main concern in a race that may favor leaders.

Our price $8.00 · SP $10.00 · Jackson Radley

Experienced gelding with an excellent heavy track record (2 wins from 3 starts) who finished second in this race last preparation. Maps to lead from barrier 1 and could prove hard to run down if he handles the conditions. Has been racing consistently without winning but drops slightly in class here.

Our price $20.00 · SP $26.00 · Troy Baker

Our price $5.00 · SP $5.50 · Catherine Van Munster

His distance record is solid (4-2-1 from 17), and he performs well on soft tracks (4-1-1 from 17). The 18-day spacing between runs is ideal, and his midfield running style should be suited by the anticipated fast tempo.

Our price $7.00 · SP $7.00 · Bulent Muhcu

Though untested at Hobart, his improving form pattern and quick backup suggest he's ready to fire. His versatility across different conditions is a plus, though his lack of experience at this track is the main query.