Townsville R5 – Kidston
Flying under the radar. Charged home last start with the 2nd-fastest last 200m of the meet but just ran out of ground to pick them up. Up to 1400m where he’s been ultra-consistent and maps better from the draw against a very similar field. Possesses a strong finish – worth another chance.
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Townsville R7 – Family Star
Class act of the field with 10 wins to his name. Made light work of them last start, storming home in 32.3 (2nd-fastest L600 of the meet) and posting the race-fastest splits from the 600m home. In the zone – repeats that and wins again.
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Kembla Grange R2 – Hidden Motive
Debuted in Group 3 company and wasn’t disgraced at all, finishing a length off them. Since cruised through two easy trials and looks well above provincial maiden grade. Has race experience onside, should be winning.
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Kembla Grange R6 – Unwritten
💰Value Bet
Has been warming up nicely this prep, hinting at a return to form. City-grade placed late last campaign and now drops into a provincial 64 with a 1.5kg claim. Caught the eye last furlong latest, can run a race at value with the right tempo – don’t overlook.
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Kembla Grange R7 – California Sunrise
🔒Best Bet
Placed in 7 of 8 starts and brings strong city-grade form into this easier 64. Beaten under a length at Warwick Farm fresh and was heavily backed. Drawn gate 1, gets every favour in transit. Looks ready to win – keen.
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Seymour R3 – Handy Friend
Huge debut run, flying late behind Naughty Bennie, who’s since won impressively in a
Bm64. Time stacked up, trialled well since, and looks a horse on the rise. Wide draw the only knock, but has a big engine – each-way play with upside.
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Seymour R8 – Half Yours
🔒Best Bet
Massive return over 1400m behind the talented Tumbling. Reeled off the 8th-fastest final 200m of the meet and just missed. Now fitter, up to the mile, and should land closer in the run. Looks a clear standout – very confident.
