Alice Springs tips and results

Our price $4.20 · Lek Maloney

Great Gust brings strong credentials with 4 wins from 7 starts at this track and comes off a win two starts back. He's been competing in higher class races and gets the inside draw which should give him every chance. His midfield running style might be slightly disadvantaged by the fast tempo, but his class and track record make him a genuine threat.

Our price $3.80 · Ianish Luximon

Black Zous is the model of consistency with 14 seconds from 38 starts and brings strong recent form with a close second last start. Has an excellent record at this track (2-7-1 from 12 starts) and handles all conditions. The 7YO gelding is well-weighted despite carrying 60kg and should get an ideal run from barrier 2. The main query is his ability to win rather than place.

Our price $5.50 · Hannah Le Blanc

The 7YO carries just 55kg and has drawn perfectly in barrier 1. While his overall record is modest (3-3-7 from 47 starts), his recent form is strong with two wins from his last five starts. The class rise is a concern, but he's racing in career-best form.

Our price $2.00 · Ianish Luximon

Tellez brings the strongest form credentials to this race with a recent 2nd placing at Pioneer Park carrying 57.5kg. Well-drawn in barrier 3 and should get an ideal run in a race with likely fast tempo. The class drop from Restricted 70 to Restricted 64 is significant.

Our price $8.00 · Jessie Philpot

Tango Stepz represents excellent value as a last-start winner at Pioneer Park who has been racing consistently. While she hasn't won at this distance, she has placed 8 times from 20 attempts.

Our price $4.50 · Deborah Barton

Has placed at this track and distance previously and draws well in barrier 2. While his form has been slightly declining, his consistency and proven ability at the venue make him a genuine place chance in this field.

Our price $4.00 · Deborah Barton

Her track record is excellent with 4 wins and 6 placings from 32 starts at Pioneer Park. She's proven on soft tracks and well-weighted with 55kg. The moderate-fast tempo should suit her running style, though she'll need to overcome a potentially tricky barrier 2.

Our price $4.50 · Paul Denton

Saxon Beach is a consistent placegetter with 7 thirds from 16 starts and brings strong recent form with a 3rd last start. As a progressive 4yo, he has upside potential, though he's yet to break his maiden and faces a class rise here.

Our price $3.20 · Ianish Luximon

Progressive 4YO mare who scored impressively last start over this track/distance, showing tactical versatility and strong finishing ability. The moderate-fast tempo should suit her running style, and she gets in with just 55kg. Looks ready to take the next step.

Our price $4.50 · Paul Denton

5YO mare with an impressive track record at Pioneer Park (4-2-1 from 11 starts). Has won at this distance and gets a perfect inside draw. Paul Denton knows her well with 8 previous rides. Form has been tapering recently with a disappointing last start, but the return to her favorite track could spark improvement.