YOUR SAY GROUP RATING 0 - 56 HANDICAP ($17K)
AI Selections & Analysis (12 runners)
Balistique presents as the best pick with an excellent barrier (1), a strong Win% and Place% for this class, and the top jockey Kayla Crowther. This combination provides a significant advantage, making it the most likely winner.
Despite the lack of recent form, this horse has a solid Win% for this grade and comes from a top stable. With Jake Toeroek aboard and a good barrier draw, it's well-placed to perform strongly first-up.
Bending Away boasts the highest Win% in the field, indicating a good strike rate when it performs. Although its Place% is lower, this horse has winning ability and could be a strong contender if fit.
Possessing a decent Win% and Place% for this class, Eclair Vitality has shown ability in the past. Barrier 5 is favourable, making it a strong contender if ready to fire fresh.
A good barrier draw and the booking of Dom Tourneur are positives for Here Comes Hogan. While its Win% is modest, its overall record suggests it can be competitive in this grade, making it a genuine place hope.
Hallstatt has accumulated significant prizemoney, indicating some class, but its Win% and Place% are on the lower side. The wide barrier draw is a concern, but it could still be an each-way chance if it finds its best form.
Wadaana has a low Win% but a reasonable Place% for this type of race, suggesting it can run into a minor placing. Barrier 6 is acceptable, giving it an outside chance of a top-four finish.
With a low Win% and a wide barrier, Shadowfax faces a tough task in this field. While it has earned decent prizemoney, its overall record suggests it's more of a roughie here.
This horse has a very low Place% and a wide barrier, which are significant disadvantages. Its career record suggests it will struggle to be competitive against this lineup.
With the lowest Win% in the field and a wide barrier, Ruled By Thieves appears to have very little chance. Its career stats do not inspire confidence for a strong showing.
This horse has a very poor Win% and Place% over a long career, indicating limited ability. Despite a good barrier, it's difficult to see it featuring prominently against this field.
With 76 career starts and a very low Win% and Place%, Utah Joe is a rank outsider in this race. The wide barrier further diminishes any slim hopes it might have had.