NEW ZEALAND BLOODSTOCK BENCHMARK 64 HANDICAP
AI Selections & Analysis (12 runners)
Fierce boasts an impressive 67% win rate from only three starts, including a dominant last-start win. The short 900m distance suits perfectly, and barrier 1 with Tyler Schiller aboard makes him the clear top pick, despite the lack of trainer/jockey info being a slight anomaly.
Whil To Win is lightly raced but has won two of his four starts, showing good progression. He's clearly got talent and could be a major threat if he's matured further. Regan Bayliss for John Thompson is a strong combination.
Zing To Me has an excellent place percentage (67%) and broke through for a win last start. This horse is consistent and clearly enjoys racing, making him a strong contender for a place and possibly a win if the top two falter. Peter Snowden is listed as the trainer.
Pratt has shown ability with two wins, but recent form is a bit mixed, including a 9th and 8th. The last start 3rd suggests he's getting back to form, and barrier 2 is a positive for this sprint trip. William Stanley takes the ride for Mark Minervini.
Trumper is another lightly raced runner with a win from four starts, but his last two runs were disappointing. Kris Lees and Tom Sherry are a strong combination, and a fresh start over 900m could see improvement. He's an interesting prospect but needs to lift.
She's Assort has a win and a second from three starts, indicating potential, but her last run was an 8th. Dylan Gibbons is a good jockey, and barrier 8 is manageable over 900m. She's a bit of an unknown quantity but could surprise if she brings her best.
Capital Dancer has a couple of wins to her name and a decent place percentage, but her recent form is patchy. A last-start 3rd was encouraging, but she'll need to be at her absolute best to challenge the top horses here. Gregory McFarlane is the trainer.
Angara is a veteran with plenty of starts but inconsistent form lately, including a string of unplaced runs before a 4th. While capable on his day, his win percentage is low and he faces some sharp sprinters here. Reece Jones is in the saddle.
No Statement Mike is a very experienced campaigner with a high number of wins, but his recent form is poor, consistently finishing out of the placings. While he has a good place percentage historically, his current form makes him hard to recommend.
No Statement Mike is a very experienced campaigner with a high number of wins, but his recent form is poor, consistently finishing out of the placings. While he has a good place percentage historically, his current form makes him hard to recommend.
Ranuncula is another seasoned runner with five wins, but her recent form has been poor, including a 10th and a 5th. Barrier 12 is a tough draw over 900m, making her task even harder. Winona Costin rides for Wes Boyd.
Mr Trackside has a very low win percentage and has been consistently unplaced in recent runs, despite a second last start. This is a significant step up in class, and he looks outmatched against this field. Jessica Taylor rides for Paul Perry.