While yet to win, his consistency and track suitability make him the most probable winner of a moderate-depth maiden field.
New Zealand · Wednesday 5 August 2026
Riccarton Park Synthetic tips and results
Our top pick won 1 of 10 races at Riccarton Park Synthetic. Every pick, our analysis and the full results are below.
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Liquid Blue looks the most likely leader and, per the speed map, should get an uncontested slow tempo to dictate — a significant edge on a track that rewards forward, controlling runners.
Kessey rates as a value threat with credible placing form at today's track and distance, and an ability to track the speed from a workable barrier. Lacking the standout profile of the top two, but her consistency in placing suggests she remains competitive if the race unfolds as a genuine tactical affair.
Ballinran's recent Hawera run (beaten just 1 length) suggests untapped ability at this class level, and the step to today's grade looks winnable if fitness holds after a 44-day break. Barrier 5 allows a workable settling position, but the inconsistency across other runs tempers confidence.
- 1st4AvivaAbdul Najib$9.00
- 2nd3KesseyTerry Moseley$5.20
- 3rd1Warrior BoyMichael Mc Nab$1.40
- 4th6GasgalBruno Queiroz$10.90
Full result · 5 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 4 | Aviva | 4 | Abdul Najib | R Mckay & A Harrington | 54.5kg | $9.00 |
| 2nd | 3 | Kessey | 5 | Terry Moseley | Ms P Robson | 56.5kg | $5.20 |
| 3rd | 1 | Warrior Boy | 2 | Michael Mc Nab | Andrew Carston | 58.5kg | $1.40 |
| 4th | 6 | Gasgal | 1 | Bruno Queiroz | Ainsley Mcleod | 56.5kg | $10.90 |
| 5th | 5 | Liquid Blue | 3 | Bridget Grylls | J C Blackadder | 56.5kg | $8.10 |
| Scr | 2 | Ballinran | 5 | N J Quinn | 58.5kg |
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Improving trend, professional manners, and being fully wound up (not first-up) give it an edge over field. Barrier 7 is a mild concern on a tactical track, but the horse has shown it can race handy enough to overcome it.
Forseti was narrowly beaten last start in the identical race/track scenario, continuing an improving trend. With telling weight relief and proven synthetic form, this experienced mare rates highly as a legitimate winning chance, though 24 runs without a win is a lingering concern.
Tactic offers currency as a value play, having contested this same race/track type repeatedly without disgrace, most recently finishing 5th beaten under 4 lengths.
- 1st1OgunMatthew Cartwright$2.30
- 2nd7LilybetChoon K Kwo$23.80
- 3rd2ShaftedFloor Moerman$10.30
- 4th3ChekhovRoushan Khan$13.70
Full result · 8 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 1 | Ogun | 7 | Matthew Cartwright | M & M Pitman | 58.5kg | $2.30 |
| 2nd | 7 | Lilybet | 2 | Choon K Kwo | Ms G Robinson | 56.5kg | $23.80 |
| 3rd | 2 | Shafted | 3 | Floor Moerman | D B Frye | 56.5kg | $10.30 |
| 4th | 3 | Chekhov | 6 | Roushan Khan | M P Mccann | 58.5kg | $13.70 |
| 5th | 4 | Forseti | 8 | Ashlee Strawbridge | Ms A Frye | 53.5kg | $5.50 |
| 6th | 6 | Harlows Pride | 1 | Yogesh Atchamah | N R Mitchell | 56.5kg | $16.80 |
| 7th | 8 | Wendy | 5 | Triston Moodley | L R Beckett | 55.5kg | $4.50 |
| 8th | 5 | Tactic | 4 | Amber Riddell | M & M Pitman | 55.5kg | $11.10 |
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Our Sallyann presents the most reliable form profile in this maiden, with proven synthetic form and a narrow defeat at this exact track and distance last start. Her placing consistency (5 top-3 in last 10) and strong hookup with a in-form rider/trainer combination make her the most likely winner in a moderate quality field. She maps to settle forward/handy, ideal for this track's tactical demands.
Globalist is building form nicely, with a competitive synthetic run at this same track and distance last-but-one start. The inside barrier is a genuine positive at this circuit where ground-saving runs are rewarded. Limited career starts leave some unknowns, but the improving trajectory and course form make him a strong each-way threat to the top selection.
However, all his best form has come on heavy/soft ground and he has zero synthetic starts recorded, creating real uncertainty about translating that form to today's surface. Ranked behind two rivals with proven synthetic form at this same track/distance.
Just Henri is a rank outsider but has shown she can find minor placings when in form, with three top-3 finishes across her campaign. Strictly a small stake speculative roughy play given the overwhelming winless record.
- 1st3Gota HunchBridget Grylls$9.90
- 2nd1Call To ArmsMichael Mc Nab$2.10
- 3rd2GlobalistJack Taplin$3.50
- 4th5Our SallyannMatthew Cartwright$5.00
Full result · 9 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 3 | Gota Hunch | 6 | Bridget Grylls | Danny Crozier | 58.5kg | $9.90 |
| 2nd | 1 | Call To Arms | 4 | Michael Mc Nab | Andrew Carston | 58.5kg | $2.10 |
| 3rd | 2 | Globalist | 1 | Jack Taplin | Brian Court & Jesse O''flaherty | 56.5kg | $3.50 |
| 4th | 5 | Our Sallyann | 3 | Matthew Cartwright | M & M Pitman | 56.5kg | $5.00 |
| 5th | 4 | Illusionist | 8 | Ashlee Strawbridge | Brenna Cook | 55.5kg | $46.90 |
| 6th | 7 | White Palace | 9 | Corey Campbell | Lisa Young | 56.5kg | $31.70 |
| 7th | 6 | Vienna Game | 5 | Brandon May | Anna Furlong | 56.5kg | $29.20 |
| 8th | 8 | Just Henri | 7 | Choon K Kwo | Ms G Robinson | 56.5kg | $47.30 |
| 9th | 9 | Wanderin Charm | 2 | Yogesh Atchamah | L R Beckett | 56.5kg | $39.00 |
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Unshackled's runner-up effort last start at this same track, trip and surface is the strongest recent form in the race.
However, 22 starts without a win is a red flag in a competitive maiden. Still rates as a genuine top-three chance but not clearly superior to Unshackled on recent form evidence.
The concern is the step up in distance, but the improving trend and synthetic experience make her a genuine each-way threat in an open maiden.
- 1st6Thee Auld TrickMasahiro Hashizume$3.20
- 2nd2NoivernJasmine Fawcett$2.60
- 3rd5UnshackledBridget Grylls$7.50
- 4th1RufusBrett Murray$17.60
Full result · 10 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 6 | Thee Auld Trick | 6 | Masahiro Hashizume | N R Mitchell | 56.5kg | $3.20 |
| 2nd | 2 | Noivern | 3 | Jasmine Fawcett | J C Blackadder | 58.5kg | $2.60 |
| 3rd | 5 | Unshackled | 5 | Bridget Grylls | T J Yesberg | 56.5kg | $7.50 |
| 4th | 1 | Rufus | 8 | Brett Murray | M L Price | 58.5kg | $17.60 |
| 5th | 3 | Go Pro | 1 | Lisa Allpress | N R Mitchell | 58.5kg | $11.70 |
| 6th | 8 | Ekstatique | 10 | Terry Moseley | Ms G Robinson | 56.5kg | $29.90 |
| 7th | 4 | Gap It | 9 | Jack Taplin | J C Blackadder | 56.5kg | $17.60 |
| 8th | 7 | Shocking Secrets | 7 | Krishna Mudhoo | Andrew Carston | 56.5kg | $25.00 |
| 9th | 10 | Miss Margot | 2 | Floor Moerman | Krystal Williams | 54.5kg | $34.00 |
| 10th | 9 | Enchanted Delight | 4 | Matthew Cartwright | M & M Pitman | 56.5kg | $15.20 |
Nautical Insurance Grand National Amateur Championship (Bm65)
The wide barrier is a moderate concern on this tactical, position-sensitive track, but his customary forward class and proven synthetic form make him the most reliable winning chance.
Wren scored narrowly in this identical race last start but must carry substantially more weight today (67.5kg vs 54.5kg), a material impost rise for a mare with modest overall win rate (11%). Her synthetic record and course fitness are excellent, and the map suits her forward-settling style, but the weight hike tempers confidence in a straight repeat. Still rates a genuine top-three contender on recent evidence.
His deep experience at this track (25 starts, 2-5-4) and the trip (19 starts, 2-7-1) make him a query-proof contender, aided by a favourable inside barrier that suits Riccarton's positional bias. He lacks a strong closing sprint but should be within range at the 400m and can chase a place.
His recent runs came on unsuitable heavy tracks, masking his true synthetic ability.
- 1st6Little ThiefScotty Macnab$3.60
- 2nd3Devil In DisguiseAlyssa Parris$7.80
- 3rd4WrenHannah Wilson$9.10
- 4th1BaggioTyler Porteous$4.10
Full result · 10 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 6 | Little Thief | 10 | Scotty Macnab | K T Myers | 66.5kg | $3.60 |
| 2nd | 3 | Devil In Disguise | 3 | Alyssa Parris | L M Robinson | 68kg | $7.80 |
| 3rd | 4 | Wren | 7 | Hannah Wilson | N R Mitchell | 67.5kg | $9.10 |
| 4th | 1 | Baggio | 8 | Tyler Porteous | N R Mitchell | 69kg | $4.10 |
| 5th | 2 | El Ultimo | 5 | Alexandra Reed | J & K Parsons | 68.5kg | $5.10 |
| 6th | 10 | Honoka | 9 | A E Taiaroa | J & K Parsons | 66.5kg | $27.30 |
| 7th | 7 | La Evita | 2 | Lisa Kennedy | Ms K C Murphy | 66.5kg | $14.70 |
| 8th | 5 | Correction | 6 | Ross Brennan | Brian Court & Jesse O''flaherty | 67.5kg | $14.10 |
| 9th | 9 | Adios Vamonos | 4 | Tylor Solomon | M E Cunneen | 66.5kg | $27.00 |
| 10th | 8 | Wal | 1 | Skye du Plessis | Ainsley Mcleod | 66.5kg | $36.10 |
BetaVet Natural Solutions Hcp
Proserve arrives in career-best form with back-to-back wins, including a strong synthetic performance at this same track and trip. Class rise is a query but current form trumps that concern.
Still, the consistency, fitness, and tactical gate make it a leading each-way threat behind the more proven-at-trip topweight.
Star Ballot was runner-up in the exact same race last-start-equivalent event at this track, distance and surface, showing solid current form and clear suitability. It lacks a killer finishing burst but its consistency and proven synthetic/distance credentials make it a top-three winning hope in this open contest.
Private Treaty is the form horse of the yard, having won its last start at this same track and distance on synthetic, and it draws well to take a forward position under a slow tempo.
- 1st2Star BallotMatthew Cartwright$3.30
- 2nd5PossessAmber Riddell$5.30
- 3rd4Kick OnFloor Moerman$6.70
- 4th3Purple ProseHayley Hassman$4.60
Full result · 7 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 2 | Star Ballot | 5 | Matthew Cartwright | M & M Pitman | 57.5kg | $3.30 |
| 2nd | 5 | Possess | 6 | Amber Riddell | K T Myers | 53kg | $5.30 |
| 3rd | 4 | Kick On | 3 | Floor Moerman | K T Myers | 53kg | $6.70 |
| 4th | 3 | Purple Prose | 4 | Hayley Hassman | Mark Walker & Sam Bergerson | 55kg | $4.60 |
| 5th | 1 | Proserve | 7 | Jack Taplin | M & M Pitman | 58kg | $4.70 |
| 6th | 6 | Private Treaty | 2 | Jasmine Fawcett | R E Didham | 54kg | $11.10 |
| 7th | 7 | She''s So Reliable | 1 | Bridget Grylls | Ainsley Mcleod | 54kg | $29.50 |
Thank You Marty Fuller Hcp (60)
Thats Charming presents the most reliable form profile - fit, drawn to get first run from barrier 2, and boasting a outstanding synthetic record. Recent runs show he is racing to a high standard at this level, just missing out. The map suits a horse that settles forward, and this is the type of tactical, position-sensitive track where his profile should tell late.
Elegant Explosive is racing as well as she ever has, with a narrow defeat last start and a track record that shows she is competitive at this level. The wide draw is a slight concern given this track's preference for forward position, but her tactical speed and current form make her a genuine threat to the top pick.
Tears Of Victory has arguably the best overall form profile with five placings from her last ten runs, but barrier 15 is a genuine concern on a track that rewards forward, handy runners. If she can manoeuvre into a reasonable spot she is capable of running a big race, but the draw tempers confidence relative to the top two picks.
Mystic Ocean's inside barrier is a clear positive at a track that rewards runners who can settle forward and save ground into the turn.
- 1st6Elegant ExplosiveAshlee Strawbridge$5.20
- 2nd1Cape HornAmber Riddell$10.10
- 3rd5LanikaiTriston Moodley$14.10
- 4th3RollinsYogesh Atchamah$18.90
Full result · 14 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 6 | Elegant Explosive | 12 | Ashlee Strawbridge | J & K Parsons | 55kg | $5.20 |
| 2nd | 1 | Cape Horn | 8 | Amber Riddell | M & M Pitman | 59kg | $10.10 |
| 3rd | 5 | Lanikai | 9 | Triston Moodley | J Land | 57.5kg | $14.10 |
| 4th | 3 | Rollins | 3 | Yogesh Atchamah | L M Robinson | 60kg | $18.90 |
| 5th | 4 | Thats Charming | 2 | Michael Mc Nab | Andrew Carston | 59kg | $9.00 |
| 6th | 7 | Honor Mission | 11 | Warren Kennedy | L M Robinson | 58kg | $5.40 |
| 7th | 10 | Tears Of Victory | 15 | Hayley Hassman | Steven Woodsford | 57kg | $10.10 |
| 8th | 14 | Mystic Ocean | 1 | Matthew Cartwright | M & M Pitman | 56kg | $7.90 |
| 9th | 13 | Ardee Boy | 14 | Brandon May | Ainsley Mcleod | 57kg | $48.60 |
| 10th | 2 | Giannis | 16 | Jack Taplin | Ms L Prendergast | 58kg | $13.10 |
| 11th | 9 | La Voisin | 10 | Floor Moerman | D M Walsh | 56kg | $16.10 |
| 12th | 11 | Miraqua | 6 | Bridget Grylls | D B Frye | 58kg | $22.20 |
| 13th | 12 | Shooting Stride | 13 | Krishna Mudhoo | L Callaway | 57.5kg | $37.10 |
| 14th | 8 | Hot Coco | 7 | Brett Murray | N R Mitchell | 58kg | $42.50 |
| Scr | 15 | Cutout | 4 | J & K Parsons | 56.5kg | ||
| Scr | 16 | Frosbie | 5 | T J Yesberg | 56kg |
Hoteliers Challenge (Bm65)
Voguish arrives in career-best form, having just won at this same track and distance. Strong upward trajectory, a placing in Listed company, and an excellent jockey/trainer combination make this the most reliable form-based winning chance, with the tactical profile suiting Riccarton Synthetic's handy-running bias.
Red Star Bella has the strongest empirical course-and-distance profile in the field, with a win and multiple placings at this exact 1600m Riccarton Synthetic circuit.
Rekindle is flying under the radar after back-to-back placings including a last-start win at this same track/distance.
- 1st1Wanderin SpelleYogesh Atchamah$4.80
- 2nd6RekindleBruno Queiroz$14.50
- 3rd10SarissaJack Taplin$5.10
- 4th14Da Vinci GirlAmber Riddell$27.00
Full result · 14 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 1 | Wanderin Spelle | 17 | Yogesh Atchamah | L R Beckett | 60kg | $4.80 |
| 2nd | 6 | Rekindle | 11 | Bruno Queiroz | N R Mitchell | 56.5kg | $14.50 |
| 3rd | 10 | Sarissa | 15 | Jack Taplin | N Wigley & K Milnes | 54kg | $5.10 |
| 4th | 14 | Da Vinci Girl | 4 | Amber Riddell | M & M Pitman | 53kg | $27.00 |
| 5th | 2 | Fah Rong | 5 | Triston Moodley | Ms P Robson | 57kg | $15.00 |
| 6th | 7 | Voguish | 14 | Matthew Cartwright | M & M Pitman | 56.5kg | $6.20 |
| 7th | 3 | Grouse | 1 | Ashlee Strawbridge | L R Beckett | 54.5kg | $8.30 |
| 8th | 13 | Bellutta | 6 | Terry Moseley | M P Mccann | 54kg | $21.70 |
| 9th | 4 | Red Star Bella | 12 | Corey Campbell | L G Didham | 57.5kg | $11.50 |
| 10th | 8 | Gadabout | 13 | Hayley Hassman | Steven Woodsford | 55kg | $13.20 |
| 11th | 12 | Freedom Reins | 10 | Floor Moerman | Andrew Carston | 52kg | $22.70 |
| 12th | 15 | Cutout | 3 | J & K Parsons | 54kg | $35.60 | |
| 13th | 5 | Light Of Plutus | 16 | Krishna Mudhoo | L Callaway | 57.5kg | $28.20 |
| 14th | 11 | Hot Line Bling | 9 | Brandon May | Ainsley Mcleod | 55.5kg | $63.80 |
| Scr | 9 | Royal Assent | 18 | Bridget Grylls | Lisa Young | 56kg | |
| Scr | 16 | Frosbie | 8 | T J Yesberg | 54kg | ||
| Scr | 17 | New Beginning | 7 | J C Blackadder | 54.5kg | ||
| Scr | 18 | Honoka | 2 | J & K Parsons | 54kg |
Polytrack Championship Spec Cond
Boss 'n' Highheels has been the standout synthetic performer at this track, winning 3 of her last 5 starts here with metronomic consistency. Fresh off a win just 13 days ago, she arrives in career-best form. Her running pattern - traveling forward and sustaining - is the exact profile this track rewards. Clear top selection on form.
Third Decree has been extremely consistent at this venue, finishing runner-up in her last two starts at Riccarton Synthetic over this exact distance.
His jockey is in red-hot form and the combination has previously combined for a win. A live threat who maps to sit forward and could go through again.
Three straight placings at this level suggest he is racing consistently within his ability, and a switch to a proven hoop in Kennedy adds intrigue. Positioned to go one better than recent minor placings.
- 1st12Mr FortrusJasmine Fawcett$4.40
- 2nd1TumuchFloor Moerman$9.30
- 3rd6MotiontimeJack Taplin$64.30
- 4th2Third DecreeMatthew Cartwright$10.00
Full result · 12 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 12 | Mr Fortrus | 7 | Jasmine Fawcett | J C Blackadder | 54kg | $4.40 |
| 2nd | 1 | Tumuch | 6 | Floor Moerman | J & K Parsons | 59kg | $9.30 |
| 3rd | 6 | Motiontime | 2 | Jack Taplin | M & M Pitman | 52kg | $64.30 |
| 4th | 2 | Third Decree | 5 | Matthew Cartwright | M & M Pitman | 59kg | $10.00 |
| 5th | 4 | La Bella Nera | 3 | Masahiro Hashizume | J & K Parsons | 54kg | $24.30 |
| 6th | 10 | Hey Now | 11 | Terry Moseley | Alan Reeves | 54kg | $25.80 |
| 7th | 7 | Graeme John | 12 | Lisa Allpress | D M Walsh | 54kg | $9.20 |
| 8th | 11 | Holdem | 1 | Brett Murray | M E Cunneen | 54kg | $15.00 |
| 9th | 3 | Dimaggio | 9 | Amber Riddell | N R Mitchell | 55kg | $20.90 |
| 10th | 8 | Elusive Impact | 4 | Warren Kennedy | L M Robinson | 54kg | $4.30 |
| 11th | 5 | Boss ''n'' Highheels | 8 | Michael Mc Nab | Ms T Rae | 54kg | $7.10 |
| 12th | 9 | War Court | 10 | Hayley Hassman | Brian Court & Jesse O''flaherty | 53kg | $15.70 |
Racecourse Hotel & Motor Lodge (Bm65)
The tactical, position-sensitive nature of Riccarton suits her forward speed. Best credentialed runner in the field on current form trajectory.
Captain Roy has been knocking on the door with placings including a 3rd at this same track/distance last start.
Phazed steps back in first-up after a lengthy break but has solid claims on synthetic and at today's track/distance.
Driftin offers value with barrier 1 giving her the ideal tactical position at a track that rewards forward-placed runners. Her first-up record is notably strong (2 wins from 5), suggesting the long spell may not be a hindrance.
- 1st3Captain RoyJack Taplin$5.90
- 2nd8AyumiAshlee Strawbridge$5.30
- 3rd2EastandwestMatthew Cartwright$6.40
- 4th9PhazedLisa Allpress$6.90
Full result · 10 runners
| Finish | No. | Horse | Barrier | Jockey | Trainer | Weight | SP |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 1st | 3 | Captain Roy | 8 | Jack Taplin | Ms L Prendergast | 56.5kg | $5.90 |
| 2nd | 8 | Ayumi | 9 | Ashlee Strawbridge | D M Walsh | 53.5kg | $5.30 |
| 3rd | 2 | Eastandwest | 3 | Matthew Cartwright | M & M Pitman | 59kg | $6.40 |
| 4th | 9 | Phazed | 5 | Lisa Allpress | D M Walsh | 56.5kg | $6.90 |
| 5th | 6 | Driftin | 1 | Bruno Queiroz | Ms S Faulkner | 57.5kg | $6.20 |
| 6th | 1 | Jetstream | 4 | Amber Riddell | M & M Pitman | 58.5kg | $8.10 |
| 7th | 7 | The Fed Express | 2 | Krishna Mudhoo | Andrew Carston | 57kg | $45.00 |
| 8th | 5 | Jack Attack | 10 | Floor Moerman | R D Holmes | 56kg | $7.30 |
| 9th | 4 | Into The Wind | 6 | Terry Moseley | Ms J Burrows | 58.5kg | $24.60 |
| 10th | 10 | Sailor Girl | 7 | Hayley Hassman | T J Yesberg | 53kg | $20.80 |
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