Devonport Synthetic tips and results

Our price $3.50 · SP $2.80 · Erica Byrne Burke

Brutal Empire looks the most likely winner after a close second on debut at Devonport Synthetic. Barrier 1 is a major asset at this on-speed track and the second-up improvement from the Blacker yard should be there.

Our price $3.00 · SP $4.40 · Erica Byrne Burke

Happy Clan is the epitome of consistency, filling the minors in his last four outings. If he can hold a prominent position, he is a serious threat.

Our price $3.50 · SP $3.40 · Kirra-Lee Lane

Don't Give Up comes off a strong win over this course and distance, carrying 58.5kg, and now drops to 57kg. He has previously won a BM76, so the class rise is justified. His on-speed style suits Devonport Synthetic, and he should be in the first three turning for home. An each-way play with genuine winning claims.

Our price $4.00 · SP $3.60 · Kelvin Sanderson

Megalita is a progressive 3yo gelding who has done nothing wrong on synthetic, winning his only try over this track and distance in Class 1. He maps to be on the pace from barrier 2, which is ideal given the slow tempo. The class rise is a clear question, but his clean winning margin and fitness (14-day break) suggest he can measure up. Each-way appeal is strong.

Our price $12.00 · SP $12.00 · Christopher Pang

Stroak Of Art is a synthetic-track specialist who won over this distance here in Class 1 on June 14. Key threats if he bounces back.

Our price $3.50 · SP $3.90 · Kirra-Lee Lane

Zoete's Rock maps perfectly from barrier 1 on an on-speed track. Drops significantly in class from Class 4 to BM60, and has been consistent with two 4th placings in stronger grades. Kirra-Lee Lane rides well here. The main question is whether he can convert place form into a win, but all factors align.

Our price $6.00 · SP $4.40 · Christopher Pang

The Spirit Of Zero has a strong record at this track and distance, and his second-up stats are excellent. He shapes to settle handy from barrier 2 and will be fitter for the first-up run.

Our price $4.50 · SP $3.70 · Anthony Darmanin

Cool Heart is a consistent galloper who returns to a track where she has placed in 3 of 5 starts. She maps well from barrier 3 and has a top jockey aboard. The synthetic surface remains a question as she hasn't won on it, but her recent form is solid and she should be competitive.

Our price $6.00 · SP $21.00 · Bulent Muhcu

She has been competitive in soft track runs recently and drops in weight to 54kg. The synthetic surface is an unknown but her closing speed could be effective if the pace is genuine.

Our price $5.00 · SP $4.20 · Bulent Muhcu

Geegeeschaser returns from a spell but has an ideal barrier and drops back to Class 1 after racing in CL2. She has placed in 4 of 6 starts over the track and distance, and her first-up record includes a win. The inside gate allows her to settle just behind the speed and be strong late.

Our price $10.00 · SP $11.00 · Daniel Ganderton

Fierce 'n Fabulous was a Listed-performing filly but has tailed off recently. She is a risky but potentially rewarding value play.

Our price $3.00 · SP $2.50 · Kirra-Lee Lane

Returning from a spell but has outstanding form including a Listed placing. Dropping to BM68 is a huge class edge. First-up record solid (1 win, 1 placing from 3). The 1650m is the only query but he's won at 1600m. Stands out on class and speed.

Our price $4.50 · SP $4.00 · Daniel Ganderton

Drops sharply in class after contesting Open races. Has the speed to lead and exploit the slow tempo. Won at 1650m at Devonport Synthetic previously and holds a strong overall synthetic record (5:2-1-0). Barrier 7 is a concern but his early speed may help cross. Recent form reads poorly but those runs were in much stronger company. From BM68, he is a serious winning threat.