Matamata

Today, Flat5fSoft

RED PEARL (9) worked hard to find the front on debut at Te Aroha 12 days ago and felt the pinch late. She has a superior gate and may be suited to the drop back to 1200m, so stick with her. On top in this even field. BUCCINO (1) probably should have won a race by now, and she resumes from a spell without a public trial. The visor blinkers come off, and she should not be risked in any top 4 combos. ARCTIC JEWEL (5) is showing a lot of promise in 2 starts to date, and she dons the blinkers for the first time. Her first win is not far away. RIBBLE (8) is a local filly resuming from a spell, and is worth including in all combinations. CHICA (10) makes her debut from the powerful local O'Sullivan/Scott stable, and the market will be the best guide.

  • 9. Red Pearl
  • 5. Arctic Jewel
  • 1. Buccino
R2 1200m Mdn
  • 5. 5. Arctic Jewel
    J: CRAIG GRYLLST: MARK WALKER & SAM BERGERSON
    F: 23
    Price History:
    2.63
    Age:
    3
    Weight:
    1-11
    Gear:
    -
    Official Rating:
    53
    Days Since Last Run:
    23
    Verdict
    Dual acceptor. Having third race start. When well in the market at debut, 2nd of 14 at Avondale on November 6 over 1200m, slow going 1.0 len behind Hey Dana carrying 55.5kg at $2.60. Last start 3rd of 13 at Te Aroha on November 26 over 1150m, 1.5 len behind Get Me An Angel with 55kg at $2.90. Capable of a better showing. Close to a win and another bold showing is expected.
  • 10. 10. Chica
    J: JOE DOYLET: LANCE O'SULLIVAN & ANDREW SCOTT
    Price History:
    4.00
    Age:
    3
    Weight:
    1-11
    Gear:
    -
    Official Rating:
    45
    Days Since Last Run:
    0
    Verdict
    Dual acceptor. Filly by Super Seth on debut. Was runner-up in a trial at Avondale on November 14 over 800m. Worth considering.
  • 9. 9. Red Pearl
    J: SAM WEATHERLEYT: DARRYN & BRIAR WEATHERLEY
    F: 5
    Price History:
    4.50
    Age:
    3
    Weight:
    1-11
    Gear:
    -
    Official Rating:
    47
    Days Since Last Run:
    12
    Verdict
    At debut, crossed from a wide gate to settle just off the pace but gave ground when 5th of 11 at Te Aroha on December 7 over 1400m, 4.5 len behind Stella Ma Bella with 55.5kg at $7.80. Progressive type who can improve sharply.
  • 13. 13. Ruby Rush
    J: GEORGE ROOKET: LANCE O'SULLIVAN & ANDREW SCOTT
    Price History:
    7.50
    Age:
    3
    Weight:
    1-11
    Gear:
    -
    Official Rating:
    45
    Days Since Last Run:
    0
    Verdict
    Dual acceptor. Filly by Ribchester on debut. Runner-up in a Te Awamutu trial over 850m on November 18. Beautifully drawn but looks tested this line-up.
  • 8. 8. Ribble
    J: SAMANTHA COLLETTT: PAM GERARD
    F: 744x
    Price History:
    13.00
    Age:
    3
    Weight:
    1-11
    Gear:
    -
    Official Rating:
    50
    Days Since Last Run:
    219
    Verdict
    Dual acceptor. Resuming after a seven months break. Finished off last campaign fourth of 9 at this track May 14 over 1200m, on heavy track; 5 len behind Alacritous with 55.5kg at $13.40. On debut seventh of 9 at Pukekohe March 21 over 1200m, in the wet; 6 len behind Little Black Dress with 54kg at $20. Has claims if presented on song.
  • 11. 11. Hollaback Girl
    J: MATTHEW CAMERONT: SHANE CRAWFORD
    Price History:
    12.00
    Age:
    3
    Weight:
    1-11
    Gear:
    -
    Official Rating:
    45
    Days Since Last Run:
    0
    Verdict
    Dual acceptor. On debut. Three-year-old filly by Telperion out of Miss Heartbeat. At the most recent trial finished fourth on December 9 at Pukekohe over 800m. Prefer to see under race conditions.
  • 1. 1. Buccino
    J: RIHAAN GOYARAMT: GRAHAM RICHARDSON & ROGAN NORVALL
    F: 3623x
    Price History:
    15.00
    Age:
    5
    Weight:
    1-12
    Gear:
    -
    Official Rating:
    54
    Days Since Last Run:
    208
    Verdict
    Resuming today after a break of seven months. Finished off last preparation third of 14 at Ellerslie May 25 over 1300m, soft track; 2 len behind Beneath The Stars with 57.5kg at $9.40. Previously first up; sixth of 12 at Te Aroha October 30 2024 over 1200m, in the wet; 9 len behind Honey Badger with 56.5kg at $18. Among the leading players.
  • 14. 14. Zansu
    J: DARREN DANIST: STUART MANNING
    F: 8
    Price History:
    23.00
    Age:
    3
    Weight:
    1-11
    Gear:
    -
    Official Rating:
    45
    Days Since Last Run:
    33
    Verdict
    At debut, 8th of 12 at Waipukurau on November 16 over 1200m, 8 len behind Zorero carrying 55kg at $12.10. Others look better prospects.
Non-Runners
  • 4. 4. Mazino
    J: -T: STEPHEN MARSH
    F: 8x422
    Price History:
    3.50
    Age:
    3
    Weight:
    1-11
    Gear:
    -
    Official Rating:
    54
    Days Since Last Run:
    38
    Verdict
    Dual acceptor. Comes here off a 38-day let-up. Last start set the pace for much of the race 2nd of 14 at Te Aroha on November 11 over 1400m, slow going 0.8 len behind Ploy with 55kg at $3.30. Before that 2nd of 9 at Pukekohe on October 29 over 1200m, on rain affected going; 0.5 len behind St Kilda with 54kg at $1.50. Hard to beat on the back of that sort of form.
  • 2. 2. Atkins
    J: -T: CODY COLE
    F: 25x82
    Price History:
    4.33
    Age:
    5
    Weight:
    1-12
    Gear:
    -
    Official Rating:
    53
    Days Since Last Run:
    33
    Verdict
    Dual acceptor. Third-up today. Resuming 8th of 12 at Taupo on October 10 over 1000m, slow going 4 len behind Hot Card carrying 56.5kg at $8.50. Last start took up a position near the tail 2nd of 11 at Arawa Park on November 16 over 1230m, on a slow track; 1.3 len behind L'aigle Noir with 56.5kg at $6. Profiles nicely. Looks ready to win.
  • 7. 7. Our Lurrina
    J: -T: LANCE O'SULLIVAN & ANDREW SCOTT
    F: 5x
    Price History:
    4.75
    Age:
    3
    Weight:
    1-11
    Gear:
    -
    Official Rating:
    50
    Days Since Last Run:
    209
    Verdict
    Dual acceptor. Resuming from a lengthy break. Only one run when 5th of 9 at Te Rapa on May 24 over 1100m, slow going 6 len behind Geneva with 55kg at $13.30. Capable of a bold return.
  • 12. 12. Jaws
    J: -T: PAM GERARD
    Price History:
    23.00
    Age:
    3
    Weight:
    1-11
    Gear:
    -
    Official Rating:
    45
    Days Since Last Run:
    0
    Verdict
    Dual acceptor. Three-year-old filly making debut by Ocean Park out of Acting. Was third in a Taupo barrier trial over 1100m on November 25. Worth watching despite an awkward draw.
  • 6. Elusive Faith
    J: -T: KURTIS PERTAB
    F: 25
    Price History:
    -
    Age:
    3
    Weight:
    1-11
    Gear:
    -
    Official Rating:
    52
    Days Since Last Run:
    40
    Verdict
    Dual acceptor. Having third race start. At debut, 2nd of 9 at this track on October 17 over 1200m, on a wet track; nose behind Halo's Fire with 55.5kg at $8.70. Second-up tracked the speed and boxed on steadily 5th of 8 at Tauherenikau on November 9 over 1000m, slow going 5.5 len behind Nedelin carrying 55kg at $5.60. Steps out over an extra 200m and must be considered.
  • 3. 3. Miesha
    J: NIRANJAN PARMART: STEPHEN RALPH
    F: 7
    Price History:
    41.00
    Age:
    4
    Weight:
    1-12
    Gear:
    -
    Official Rating:
    47
    Days Since Last Run:
    23
    Verdict
    Dual acceptor. At debut, eased back early on 7th of 10 at Te Aroha on November 26 over 1000m, 2.75 len behind Karyon with 54kg at $11.80. Others rate better.

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