Riccarton Park tips and results

Our price $4.20 · SP $4.30 · Donovan Cooper

Canterbury Flight brings the strongest recent form, finishing second over this track and distance last start on similar ground. The mare has shown clear affinity for soft tracks and gets in with a light weight. Donovan Cooper retains the ride after their last start placing, and the mare has been racing consistently with strong form progression. Maps to get a good run despite the wide draw.

Our price $10.00 · SP $16.40 · Akshay Balloo

Baggio brings solid recent form with consecutive placings, including a last-start second at Ascot Park. The 5YO gelding has a good record at the distance with 5 placings from 21 attempts and draws perfectly in barrier 2 to utilize his early speed. Akshay Balloo maintains the partnership after their last start placing, and the moderate tempo should suit his front-running style.

Our price $5.00 · SP $6.00 · Leah Hemi

The inside barrier draw is ideal for Riccarton's configuration, and experienced jockey Leah Hemi (4 wins from 52 rides at track) knows how to navigate this course. While yet to break through for a win, the gelding has shown ability at the distance and should appreciate the moderate tempo predicted. Maps to get an economical run from the inside gate.

Our price $4.50 · SP $4.90 · Krishna Mudhoo

Orsome Dude brings excellent recent form with a close 2nd last start at this track and class level. Has a strong record at Riccarton Park with 4 placings from 7 starts and performs well on soft tracks. The consistent gelding maps to get a good run from barrier 7 and should be perfectly suited by the conditions. Krishna Mudhoo knows the horse well with 13 previous rides.

Our price $10.00 · SP $5.20 · Akshay Balloo

Freedom Reins brings strong credentials at the 1600m distance with 3 wins and 5 placings from 19 attempts. The mare performs well on soft tracks and gets significant class relief here. While recent form has been disappointing, the drop in class, good barrier draw, and return to her preferred distance give her strong claims. Akshay Balloo has ridden her before and should give her every chance.

Our price $5.50 · SP $6.10 · Leah Hemi

Progressive filly who has shown ability in her three starts to date, including a placing two back and a solid 4th last start. The wide barrier is a significant concern, but she's improving with each run and retains Leah Hemi who knows her well.

Our price $5.50 · SP $8.00 · K R Hercock

Nortibutnice returns from a lengthy spell but boasts an impressive first-up record (2-2-0 from 5 starts). She's dropping significantly in class from Group 3 company and has proven form at both track (2 wins from 7 starts) and distance (3 wins from 6 starts). Her soft track credentials are solid (1-2-0 from 5 starts), and she should map to be prominent from barrier 2. The main query is the long absence, but her first-up statistics suggest she can fire fresh.

Our price $9.00 · SP $7.10 · Floor Moerman

Super Rosa represents excellent value as a last-start winner stepping up to metropolitan class. This progressive 4yo mare has won 3 of her last 10 starts including a strong victory at Reefton 28 days ago. She carries just 53kg and gets the services of in-form apprentice Floor Moerman (25% strike rate last 20 rides).

Our price $3.80 · SP $3.90 · Bruno Queiroz

Novelette showed significant improvement last start when finishing a close 3rd at this track and distance on a Soft 5 surface. The Bruno Queiroz/Mark Walker combination has a solid 13% strike rate, and she maps to get a perfect midfield position from barrier 7.

Our price $5.00 · SP $6.10

Lady Maxima has shown ability in both career starts, including a close 2nd two starts back on a Soft 5 track. She was a solid 6th when resuming at this track and distance last start and should improve second-up. The inside draw is advantageous and her soft track record suggests she'll handle conditions. The main query is the unnamed jockey, but her form credentials are strong.

Our price $8.00 · SP $10.20 · Brett Murray

Consistent gelding who has been racing well with a second two starts back at Greymouth and a respectable 4th last start. Has a good record on soft tracks with 1 win and 2 placings from 10 attempts. Drawn perfectly in barrier 2 and should get an economical run. Brett Murray riding in good form with 3 wins from his last 20 rides.

Our price $12.00 · SP $9.30

Mare who produced an eye-catching 5th last start at this track in similar company. Has a win and a placing from 7 attempts on soft tracks and has won at this track previously. Carries just 54kg and should appreciate the likely fast tempo. Wide barrier is a concern but has shown ability to overcome difficult draws.

Our price $16.00 · SP $25.70 · Darren Danis

Experienced gelding who produced an eye-catching 2nd last start at Reefton, beaten just 2 lengths. Has been racing consistently without winning. Drawn well in barrier 9 and carries just 54.5kg. Darren Danis takes the ride and has a 10% strike rate for this stable.

Our price $4.50 · SP $10.10 · Donovan Cooper

Gemma Flitz returns from a spell with excellent recent form, winning 3 of her last 5 starts. Her first-up record (7: 1-1-1) suggests she can perform well fresh, and she has a good record at Riccarton (8: 0-2-2). Donovan Cooper has a perfect record on this mare (2 from 2). The barrier draw is advantageous, though she carries top weight and is untested at this distance.

Our price $8.00 · SP $14.10 · Donovan Cooper

Moussaieff represents excellent value given his strong record at both this track and distance (3-1-1 from 8 starts at 2000m). While his recent form has tapered off, he's dropping significantly in class which should see him competitive. His best performances have come at this track and distance, and the moderate tempo should allow him to find a good position despite the inside draw.

Our price $4.50 · SP $5.30 · Darren Danis

Seasoned campaigner who excels on soft tracks with 2 wins and 6 placings from 15 starts in those conditions. Dropping in class after solid recent performances and has the experience to handle this assignment. The wide barrier is mitigated by Riccarton's long straight and sweeping turns. His tactical versatility should allow him to find a position and finish strongly.

Our price $5.50 · SP $6.30 · Leah Hemi

Progressive mare who has found form with consecutive 2nd placings, including at this track and distance last start. Handles soft going well and gets in with a light weight. The step up from maiden grade is offset by her strong recent performances and natural improvement. Maps to settle midfield and should be strong through the line at Riccarton.

Our price $3.80 · SP $6.60 · Triston Moodley

Cognito brings the strongest credentials to this race with an exceptional record at Riccarton Park (3 wins, 2 seconds from 6 starts) and proven ability when fresh (2 wins from 4 first-up attempts). The Mark Walker & Sam Bergerson-trained gelding handles soft tracks well (4 wins from 10 starts) and has the class edge with 6 wins from 30 career starts. While the top weight is a concern, his quality should overcome this on a track that suits his racing style.

Our price $6.00 · SP $12.90 · Leah Hemi

The Terri Rae-trained mare has a solid first-up record and excels on soft tracks with 3 wins from 9 starts. While she's been inconsistent at times, her overall strike rate of 24% (4 wins from 17 starts) is impressive. Leah Hemi is riding in good form (15% strike rate) and from barrier 1, she should get a nice run. Genuine value proposition.

Our price $9.00 · SP $18.40 · Brett Murray

His form is improving, and he's shown ability on wet tracks (0-1-0 from 3 heavy track starts).