Tauranga tips and results

Our price $2.80 · SP $2.50 · Joe Doyle

Typhoon Lucy showed significant promise on debut, finishing a close 4th at Ellerslie over 1400m. The Mark Walker & Sam Bergerson-trained filly is bred to appreciate this trip and should take natural improvement from that first outing. With a perfect draw and tactical versatility, she maps to get an ideal run and looks the most progressive runner in this field.

Our price $9.00 · SP $20.60 · Elen Nicholas

Beabopalula has been a consistent performer with 3 placings from 7 starts, including a strong record at this track. The Andrew Forsman-trained filly gets in well at the weights with 54kg and has proven adaptability on soft tracks. Her recent form has tapered slightly, but she maps to get a good run from barrier 11 and should be finishing strongly if there's genuine pace.

Our price $8.00 · SP $7.00 · Sam Weatherley

Dun Talkin' brings an intriguing profile as an unbeaten placegetter with 2 thirds from 2 starts. The Dundeel gelding has shown ability on wet tracks and has placed fresh previously. The perfect barrier draw should allow him to utilize his early speed and potentially control the race from the front.

Our price $4.00 · SP $5.80 · Warren Kennedy

Consistent mare coming off a strong win at Trentham over 1600m. Has excellent soft track credentials with 3 wins from 7 starts on soft going. Previous winner at this track and should appreciate the long straight at Tauranga. Will likely settle back and run on strongly, benefiting from the expected fast tempo.

Our price $4.50 · SP $4.00 · Matthew Cartwright

Consistent 5YO with strong place credentials (8 top-3 finishes from 13 starts). Last start 3rd at Te Rapa over 1600m indicates good form. Can race in midfield and finish strongly, which suits Tauranga's long straight. Matthew Cartwright retains the ride and should give him every chance from barrier 5.

Our price $5.00 · SP $6.90 · Matthew Cameron

Has shown ability in stronger company with a 4th in Group 3 company two starts back. Well-weighted with just 54.5kg and should appreciate the fast tempo. Matthew Cameron is a positive jockey booking.

Our price $8.00 · SP $13.10 · Matthew Cameron

The Telperion filly should improve with that experience and gets the services of top jockey Matthew Cameron. Will likely settle back from the wide draw but the long Tauranga straight gives her time to wind up and finish strongly.

Our price $7.00 · SP $13.40 · Rihaan Goyaram

The Ribchester gelding is dropping significantly in class and should be prominent from barrier 4. His recent 4th placing at Tauranga over 1600m suggests he's ready to peak third-up. The moderate-fast tempo should suit his tactical speed.

Our price $8.00 · SP $9.90 · Sam Weatherley

This S.B. Marsh-trained mare has been steadily improving with a second and third in her last three starts. The inside barrier draw is advantageous at Tauranga, and she comes into this race with just 12 days since her last run, suggesting fitness won't be an issue.

Our price $2.80 · SP $3.10 · Rory Hutchings

Impressive debut winner who showed tactical speed and determination when scoring at Taupo over 1100m. While stepping up in class from maiden grade, he represents a powerful stable and has a significant weight advantage over several rivals. First-up record (1:1-0-0) suggests readiness, and the barrier gives options in a race with moderate-fast tempo. The long Tauranga straight should suit his finishing style.

Our price $7.00 · SP $7.70 · Vinnie Colgan

Well-bred gelding who has shown ability with two wins from nine starts. Dropping significantly in class after racing in stronger company, and the barrier draw is ideal for his forward running style. While carrying topweight is a concern, he has won with 58kg previously. His second-up record (2:0-0-1) suggests improvement is likely, and Vinnie Colgan is a positive jockey booking. Should be competitive.

Our price $8.00 · SP $14.30 · Elen Nicholas

Talented stayer with an excellent record at this distance (2-1-2 from 6 starts). His last run was a strong 2nd in Group 3 company, and while he's first-up after 54 days, his overall consistency is impressive. Has proven wet track credentials if conditions deteriorate and has the tactical versatility to adapt to any pace scenario. The barrier (4) is ideal and he should be right in the finish.

Our price $7.00 · SP $10.20 · Rory Hutchings

Reliable performer with an excellent record at this distance (2-2-3 from 7 starts). His last start 6th was better than it looks on paper, and his prior 3rd in similar company shows he can compete at this level. Versatile running style allows him to adapt to different pace scenarios. The weight (60kg) is a concern, but his class and consistency make him a genuine contender.

Our price $9.00 · SP $6.20 · Rihaan Goyaram

Lightly-weighted improver who caught the eye with an excellent 2nd last start. His record at the trip (2-0-0 from 5) is solid, and he gets in with just 52kg from a good barrier. While this is a class rise, his recent form suggests he's ready for the challenge.

Our price $4.50 · SP $5.40 · Sam Weatherley

Progressive mare showing excellent form with a strong second last start at Matamata. Has won on soft going and should appreciate the likely fast tempo, allowing her to settle midfield and finish strongly. The class rise is offset by her progressive profile and weight advantage. Weatherley booking a significant positive.

Our price $6.00 · SP $9.80 · Joe Doyle

Talented gelding who produced a strong third fresh up at Matamata. Has an excellent second-up record and boasts a strong record at this track. The wide barrier is a concern but should get a nice trail midfield with the likely fast tempo. Joe Doyle is a significant booking and the horse has the class to overcome challenges.

Our price $8.00 · SP $6.20 · Samantha Collett

Mare in excellent form with a win and second from her last two starts. While untested at this track and distance, her recent performances suggest she's in career-best form. The 32-day freshen-up is a slight concern but the booking of Samantha Collett is significant.