RUN DIPG SUPER MAIDEN HANDICAP ($34K)
AI Selections & Analysis (19 runners)
Despite only one start, this Matthew Smith runner with Ashley Morgan aboard from a good barrier (3) suggests potential for significant improvement. The stable and jockey combination are strong indicators in a maiden race.
Part of the Ciaron Maher contingent, this horse has had four starts and draws well in barrier 5 with Grant Buckley. With more race experience than many and a top stable, this horse is a strong contender for a breakthrough.
Another Ciaron Maher runner, Long Live has had two starts and draws barrier 8 with Chad Lever. The stable's numbers in this race suggest they've brought a few chances, and this one has a solid jockey booking.
With the most career starts (19) and highest prizemoney ($35,000) in the field, Miss Maverick has proven she can place (21% Place%). Drawing barrier 2 with Mikayla Weir gives her a good chance to finally break through.
With the most career starts (19) and highest prizemoney ($35,000) in the field, Miss Maverick has proven she can place (21% Place%). Drawing barrier 2 with Mikayla Weir gives her a good chance to finally break through.
Castro has placed twice from seven starts (29% Place%), indicating some ability, and gets Mathew Cahill in the saddle. While barrier 10 is a slight concern, the experience and jockey make it an each-way chance.
Four starts and barrier 6 with Kody Nestor suggest Zoysia has had some education and a decent draw. While not showing much yet, the inside gate could help improve its performance.
From the Annabel & Rob Archibald stable, Polyester Girl has had two starts and draws barrier 3 with Anna Roper. The good barrier is a plus, and with a top stable, some improvement could see her sneak into the placings.
Another Ciaron Maher runner, but with a wide barrier (15) and only two starts, Six Kings faces a tougher task. While the stable is strong, the draw and limited experience make it a roughie.
Making its second start from a very wide barrier (17) for Ciaron Maher, Flying Party will need significant improvement and luck. The wide draw is a major hurdle for this lightly raced horse.
Toke has had seven starts and placed once (14% Place%), showing some ability to run on. Barrier 13 is not ideal, but the experience gives it a roughie's chance if things go its way.
With 10 starts and one placing, Pinero has some experience but hasn't shown much winning intent. Barrier 11 is moderate, making it a long shot that would need a big turnaround.
Eight starts for no placings suggests limited ability, but barrier 1 is a significant advantage in this field. The inside draw could help it hold a position, but a win seems unlikely.
Only one career start and a wide barrier (11) make Captainthunderbolt a rank outsider. It would need to show massive improvement to feature here.
Four starts with no placings and a wide barrier (12) for Wild Legacy. While from a good stable, the form and draw put it at a significant disadvantage.
Eight starts with no placings and a wide barrier (9) suggests Billy Bowlegg is struggling to find form. It's tough to make a case for it in this field.
Three starts for no placings and a very wide barrier (19) makes My Nicconi Boy a rank outsider. It faces an uphill battle from the outside gate.
Seven starts with no placings and a moderate barrier (7) for Akuma. The career form offers little encouragement, making it a definite outsider.
As a first-starter with no previous form, no jockey listed, and the widest barrier (18), Any Questions is a complete unknown and the biggest risk. It's difficult to recommend in this field.