Racing & Sports expert selections.
RACE 1 - LADY SKYLLA (6) progressed nicely last time out to finish second over 1500m at Gawler after being in contention on the turn. Nicely placed to play a pivotal role. COMMISSIONS (1) improved last start but found a couple better at Gawler. Likely improver with strong prospects. IRISH THORN (2) improved last start when he made late ground but found one better at Gawler, only beaten a head. Looks well placed so expect another big run. GIORGI (12) strips fitter and can make her presence felt. Don't dismiss.
RACE 2 - GOLD SPY (1) came home strongly last start to finish third at Morphettville. Peaking now third-up and should prove tough to beat. STECARA (12) was prominent at the corner and ran a better race last start to finish a close third here after missing the placings at the previous appearance. Best figures measure up. MAHENO (2) also holds claims on best figures and is worth keeping safe. SOMEWHERE SOON (14) is open to further improvement and is another can play a role in the finish.
RACE 3 - MANDINO (1) strikes a much easier assignment this time and can return to the winner's circle. THINK TANK (4) hasn't been able to break through for an extended period but is more suitably placed this time so anticipating a better run. HAYAI MESU (6) doesn't win very often but ran a strong race last time out at Morphettville Parks, finishing fourth after being prominent at the corner. Finds a suitable assignment and can get the job done. MERCURY FLYER (2) won at Gawler two starts ago but was below his best at a more recent appearance at Naracoorte. Right in the mix if on. SAVATOFF (3) next best.
RACE 4 - FIZIQUE (1) was well below his best last start and his much better than that run suggests. Perfectly placed back at this level and is sure to take plenty of stopping. CHANTISS (10) made light work of her rivals last start at Mildura over a similar trip. Gets in low a t the weights again and is certainly one to consider. SHEARMAN DYER (2) was well in commission last start over 2000m at Mildura when fourth. Holds genuine claims on best figures and is worth good thought. WE'VE GOTTA DEEL (4) continues to knock on the door and is a serious winning hope if he brings his best form.
RACE 5 - OUR SELECTION (10) is yet to hit the frame this time in but hasn't been far off. Draws to get all the favours over a winning track and trip and a bold showing is anticipated. KAYSERI (2) was prominent from the outset when fourth at Mildura last time out. Strips fitter third-up and should be nearing his peak now. Can give this a big shake. MISSILE STAR (5) tackled city class latest when fifth at Morphettville Parks. Meets easier opposition this time. Well placed and should be in the finish. MR FERRARI (3) improved sharply last time out to score at Mildura two-and-a-half weeks ago. Well placed to feature in the finish again.
RACE 6 - PAINTED PONY (5) broke her maiden in impressive fashion last start over 1500m at Gawler. Re-unites with Ben Price who was on board last start. Looms as one of the hardest to beat again. LUNESSA (3) also recorded her first win last start over 1200m at Morphettville. Lachlan Neindorf was in the saddle on that occasion and retains the ride. Sure to prove tough to beat again with that win now under her belt. OPPORTUNE CHANCE (8) was also too good for them last start. Re-unites with Brooke King and while this is harder, she can be involved in the finish. FASHION DOG (1) finished fifth at the second run back from a break over 1100m at Morphettville at his latest appearance. Likely improver with strong top-three prospects.
RACE 7 - BIT OF A REBEL (6) is a distance specialist. Just missed the frame last start over 1800m at Morphettville, beaten 2.25 lengths into sixth after being in contention on the turn. Beautifully placed and is sure to give this a mighty shake. LIMITED RISK (12) went forward last start over 1200m at Morphettville and held on well for second, beaten a length. Has the ability to produce another positive result. METRICAL (13) tackled city class latest when fourth at Morphettville. Will appreciate a drop in grade. Has claims on his best form. BUBBLE OVER (9) turned in a decent effort last start to finish third at Morphettville. Has her share of talent and is right in the mix.
RACE 8 - MYOCEAN WARRIOR (1) is yet to strike through this campaign but is knocking on the door. Will strip fitter and is the one they have to beat. EXALTED KATE (11) has a moderate winning strike-rate but performed well when returning from a break last time at Naracoorte, finishing a close second after being in the firing line on the corner. Tackling a deeper field this time but she is good enough to figure in the finish. CHARLESFORT (8) has a moderate winning strike-rate but did a good job when returning from a break last time at Gawler, finishing a nose from the winner. Well placed and there is no reason he cannot find winning ways. BRAZANO (3) next best.
