DRUMMOND GOLF - W.A. OAKS
AI Selections & Analysis (8 runners)
This filly boasts an impressive recent form string, including three wins and a third, demonstrating strong staying ability. With the highest Win% and Prizemoney in the field, coupled with an ideal barrier and top jockey, she is clearly the horse to beat.
Masmelo has shown good form with a recent win and multiple placings, indicating she's in good order for this distance. The inside barrier and Chris Parnham are significant positives, making her a genuine threat to the favourite.
While her win percentage is low, Admire Astra has consistently placed against better company, suggesting she has the class for this race. The good barrier draw and Brad Parnham give her an each-way chance to figure in the finish.
Chino Bay has two wins from five starts but her form is a bit inconsistent and she's unproven at this distance. The good barrier is a plus, but she needs to step up significantly to challenge the top contenders over 2400m.
Poppy's Roses has shown some ability with two recent placings, but is yet to win and faces a significant step up in class and distance. She could be a surprise package if she handles the 2400m, but her winless record is a concern.
Sunday Mass broke her maiden recently but has otherwise been unplaced in her career, indicating a lack of consistent form. This is a big step up in distance and class, making her a roughie at best.
Heavenly Rapture has only one win from seven starts and her form string is inconsistent, suggesting she lacks the required class for an Oaks. She would need a dramatic improvement to be competitive here.
With no wins or placings from four starts and very low prizemoney, Radio Silence is significantly outclassed in this field. She has shown nothing to suggest she can be competitive at this level or distance.