Dubbo
CHILL-RITE BENCHMARK 58 HANDICAP ($19K)
Blazing Guru stands out as the most promising runner in this field, boasting the highest win percentage and a solid career record. With a favourable barrier and a jockey known for his ability, this horse is well-placed to dominate. The lack of recent form data for all runners makes his career stats even more significant.
ELDERS RURAL COUNTRY BOOSTED MAIDEN PLATE ($21K)
This debutant gets the coveted rail draw and is from the in-form Cameron Crockett stable, who excels with his runners. With Reece Jones in the saddle, a jockey known for his skill on debutants, all signs point to a strong performance in a race lacking proven form.
MARTY NELSON REFRIGERATION & AIR CONDITIONING MAIDEN HANDICAP ($19K)
Inyun boasts the best place strike rate in the field at 50% from only 4 starts, indicating clear ability. With a favourable barrier and a top jockey aboard, this horse looks exceptionally well-placed to secure a maiden victory against this opposition.
TOTALLY WORKWEAR SUPER MAIDEN PLATE ($36K)
Marinera showed significant improvement last start, finishing second and proving she's ready to break through. With a favourable barrier and a top trainer/jockey combination, she looks to be the one to beat in this maiden field. Her recent form suggests she's peaked for this assignment.
DUBBO CITY & GILGANDRA TOYOTA BENCHMARK 82 HANDICAP ($19K)
Chandon Star boasts the highest career win percentage in the field and has a favourable barrier draw. With a strong trainer and jockey combination, this horse looks well-placed to dominate this class and distance, making it a top pick.
ORANA MALL BENCHMARK 58 HANDICAP ($19K)
Denman Bandit has an outstanding career record with a 50% win rate from only four starts, indicating significant upside. Although drawn wide, Jake Pracey-Holmes is a top jockey, and the horse's talent should overcome the barrier. This horse is clearly the one to beat.
ROBERTSONS MOTORCYCLES COUNTRY BOOSTED BENCHMARK 58 HANDICAP ($21K)
Release Point stands out as the top pick, boasting the best career win percentage in the field and a strong place record. The inside barrier is a significant advantage, and with a top trainer, this horse is well-placed to deliver a strong performance.