HAPPY BIRTHDAY ALI ARNDT MAIDEN PLATE
AI Selections & Analysis (11 runners)
So D'oro showed significant promise last start with a strong second over 1600m, indicating it's ready for the 1800m trip. With Zac Lloyd aboard for John O'Shea, it's the horse to beat.
This horse has shown good improvement in its two starts, placing second last time out over 1600m, suggesting the 1800m will suit. With a good barrier and Grant Buckley aboard, it looks primed to break its maiden.
Almonzo showed a significant improvement last start with a strong second over 1600m, indicating he's ready for the step up to 1800m. With Dylan Gibbons retaining the ride from a good gate for Kris Lees, he's a top contender.
Despite a long career without a win, Belgrano has consistently placed, showing good staying ability with several placings over similar distances. The inside barrier and experience are positives, making him a strong each-way chance.
Explicit has shown glimpses of ability, including a second over 1600m earlier in its career, but recent form has been inconsistent. The wide barrier and a recent unplaced run are concerns, but a better run is possible.
Sarapo has a solid prizemoney record and has placed previously, but recent form has been mixed. The wide barrier is a concern, but Adam Hyeronimus for Waller could see a better performance.
This Chris Waller runner has been fair in its short career, and while unplaced, its last start over 1600m was a step in the right direction. With Sam Clipperton and a distance rise, improvement is expected, but it needs to find more.
Vincentvangee showed some improvement last start with a third over 1600m, suggesting the step up in distance could suit. However, it's still early in its career, and a wide barrier makes it a tougher ask.
Pepe has been inconsistent in its career, and while it has shown some ability, its form string doesn't suggest a win is imminent. The wide barrier and lack of recent competitive runs over this distance make it a roughie.
Robbed By has limited form and appears to be struggling to find its best, with no placings from six starts. This looks a tough assignment, and it would need significant improvement to feature.
Valiant Dreamer has shown very little in its two career starts, finishing well back on both occasions. From a wide barrier and with no discernible form, it's hard to make a case for it here.