Murray Bridge
FRED VELLA TYRE & CRASH REPAIR THREE-YEAR-OLD MAIDEN PLATE ($17K)
Princess Of Smiles had a very encouraging debut, finishing close up against stronger company. With the benefit of that run, a good barrier, and Kayla Crowther in the saddle, she looks perfectly placed to break her maiden here. She's the clear top pick.
THOMAS FARMS THREE-YEAR-OLD MAIDEN PLATE ($17K)
Broke The Seal stands out in this maiden field with the most career starts and a solid placing record, albeit only one. The inside barrier is a huge advantage over 1106m, and with Jake Toeroek aboard, this gelding is primed to break through after showing consistent improvement in its last few starts. This is a prime opportunity.
SPORTSBET FAST FORM MAIDEN PLATE ($17K)
This debutant from the astute Will Clarken yard, with Will Price in the saddle and drawing barrier 1, has all the hallmarks of a strong first-up chance. Clarken has an excellent record with first-starters, and the inside draw is ideal for a 1006m sprint, making him the top pick.
FORE DESIGN + FLEX PLANNING MAIDEN PLATE ($17K)
This filly showed significant promise on debut, placing second and demonstrating good speed. With the benefit of that experience and a strong trainer-jockey combination, she looks well-placed to break her maiden here.
DUTTONS EASY TO DO BUSINESS WITH! MAIDEN PLATE ($17K)
Silent Answer comes from the astute Phillip Stokes stable and has shown good promise with a placing from six starts. With Jacob Opperman in the saddle and a reasonable barrier, this horse is primed for a breakthrough win and is the best bet.
SPRY CIVIL CONSTRUCTIONS COUNTRY RACEDAY 23RD MAY RATING 0 - 56 HANDICAP ($17K)
Didwewin gets the coveted inside barrier, which is a significant advantage over 1408m. With a solid win strike rate for this class and a capable jockey, this horse looks to be in a prime position to contend strongly for the win.
CARLTON DRAUGHT RATING 0 - 60 HANDICAP ($17K)
Head Of The Herd has an excellent barrier draw and a strong win percentage for this class. With Kayla Crowther aboard, who is in good form, this horse ticks many boxes and looks to be the one to beat in this event.
SPORTSBET RACING FORM BENCHMARK 56 HANDICAP ($17K)
This runner boasts an impressive career strike rate, winning 2 of 6 starts and placing in 67% of races. Resuming from a spell, the stable often has them ready to fire first-up, and the 905m distance is ideal for a fresh sprint. With a favourable barrier and a strong jockey, this horse looks to be the one to beat.
THOMAS FARMS RATING 0 - 62 HANDICAP (HEAT 6 OF ADELAIDE IN AUTUMN SERIES) ($17K)
Oak Park Rebel boasts a strong win rate and comes into this race with excellent form, including a recent win. The inside barrier and Will Price's booking are significant advantages, positioning him as the clear top pick in a competitive field.