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WILF'S TV SERVICE MUDGEE CLASS 1 & MAIDEN PLATE ($19K)
Despite the lack of recent form, Coyote boasts the highest career earnings and a respectable Win% for this field. The booking of top regional jockey Grant Buckley from a favourable barrier 6 suggests confidence and makes him the top pick.
THE SHARP D.S COUNTRY BOOSTED MAIDEN PLATE ($21K)
This horse boasts the best jockey in the field, Ashley Morgan, and draws a favourable barrier 3. Despite limited career starts, the jockey-trainer combination suggests potential for improvement in this weak maiden.
FRIDAY FRENZIE MCGRATH CENTRAL 24-04 2026 MAIDEN HANDICAP ($19K)
Despite a wide barrier, Strassman has the most race experience and the highest place percentage in the field, indicating it's knocking on the door. Clayton Gallagher is a solid jockey and its higher prizemoney suggests more class.
RUN DIPG SUPER MAIDEN HANDICAP ($34K)
Despite only one start, this Matthew Smith runner with Ashley Morgan aboard from a good barrier (3) suggests potential for significant improvement. The stable and jockey combination are strong indicators in a maiden race.
ORIENTAL HOTEL COUNTRY BOOSTED BENCHMARK 66 HANDICAP ($21K)
With a strong 22% win rate and 33% place rate from 18 starts, Star Intrigue is a proven performer. The favourable barrier 4 and the engagement of Mikayla Weir, combined with trainer Brett Robb's expertise, make this horse a top contender in this class.
TERRY HALL TREE SERVICES BENCHMARK 66 HANDICAP ($19K)
Despite limited career starts, this horse boasts an impressive 50% win rate and 50% place rate, indicating significant ability. A good barrier draw and high win percentage make it the top pick in this field.
MCGRATH REAL ESTATE CLASS 2 HANDICAP ($19K)
Despite the wide barrier, Denman Force boasts an impressive 50% win rate from limited starts and steps into a Class 2 with strong form. Its high win percentage and earnings per start suggest significant upside and class over this field.