Ashburton
Verdict
ROLLINS (2) ran on nicely in his first run in the South Island for a new trainer, and the extra furlong is ideal. He is a lot stronger this season and will have no trouble picking up his first win at short notice. VILLASANTI (1) has been placed in all 8 starts to date, including 3 this season. He has the pole position, and his usual honest run can be expected. KNOCKINGATTHEDOOR (6) was runner-up here on debut, and then tackled much tougher company at Riccarton 6 weeks ago, finishing ninth. He has won a trial since then, and he will be hard to hold out here. CANTERBURY FLIGHT (9) has been building up her fitness levels, and gets a nice swing in her draw here. She has sound top 4 claims this time. MALEVO (5) will be ready for his debut after having plenty of trial experience. Include in all combinations.
R4 1400m Mdn
- 1. Villasanti
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8. 8. Red LabelJ: KENDRA BAKKERT: LANCE ROBINSONF: 6x632- Price History:
- -
- Age:
- 4
- Weight:
- 1-12
- Gear:
- -
- Official Rating:
- 53
- Days Since Last Run:
- 42
VerdictRacing well recently. Returns from a 42-day let-up. At the latest run rolled along in front before being edged out 2nd of 16 at Riccarton Park on November 12 over 1400m, on a slow track; 1.75 len behind Aladdins Jem with 53.5kg at $28.90. The race before that 3rd of 13 at this track on October 31 over 1200m, on a slow track; 0.5 len behind Serendipitous with 53.5kg at $22.90. Solid top-three chance with a repeat of that latest performance.- 2. Rollins
- 6. Knockingatthedoor
- 9. Canterbury Flight
- 11. Solar Saint
- 3. Heartbreaker
- 5. Malevo
- 7. Dark Matter
- 10. Ripicola
- 12. Miss Bouquet
- 4. El Greco