Race 2Maiden Plate

ELDERS RURAL COUNTRY BOOSTED MAIDEN PLATE ($21K)

TBA AEDT1006m21,00014 runners

AI Best Bet

#1 KostanuffinJ: Reece Jones

This debutant gets the coveted rail draw and is from the in-form Cameron Crockett stable, who excels with his runners. With Reece Jones in the saddle, a jockey known for his skill on debutants, all signs point to a strong performance in a race lacking proven form.

Inside barrier (1)In-form trainer (Crockett)Skilled jockey for debutants (Jones)Trialled well

Each-Way Value: Argyle Springs

88%

Confidence

AI Race Summary

This Country Boosted Maiden Plate over 1006m is a wide-open affair with many first-starters and horses with limited form. The race will likely be decided by which debutant or lightly raced runner has improved the most from trials or has the most natural speed for the short course. Expect a fast-run race given the distance.

AI Selections & Analysis (14 runners)

Kostanuffin

Barrier 1 · 126kg · Form: —

LOW RISK

CAREER0:0-0

Jockey:Reece Jones

Trainer:Cameron Crockett

Inside barrier (1)In-form trainer (Crockett)Skilled jockey for debutants (Jones)Trialled well

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Sutton Storm

Barrier 5 · 130kg · Form: —

LOW RISK

CAREER0:0-0

Jockey:Anna Weatherlake

Trainer:Rodney Northam

Another first-starter with a favourable draw for this distance. Rodney Northam is a capable trainer, and the horse has shown enough in trials to suggest it will be competitive on debut. The relatively kind barrier should allow for a good run.

Favourable barrier (5)Capable trainer (Northam)Shown speed in trialsGood fresh record expected

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Prophet's Lass

Barrier 4 · 126kg · Form: —

MEDIUM RISK

CAREER0:0-0

Jockey:Jordan Quince

Trainer:Brett Robb

This Brett Robb-trained first-starter has drawn well and comes from a stable that can produce a winner on debut. The jockey, Jordan Quince, is capable, and if the horse has shown good speed at home, it could be a factor in this maiden.

Good barrier (4)Trainer capable with debutantsLikely to show speedUntapped potential

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Argyle Springs

Barrier 12 · 126kg · Form: —

MEDIUM RISK

CAREER3:0-1

Jockey:Ashleigh Mccabe

Trainer:Alison Smith

With a 33% place rate from three starts, Argyle Springs is one of the few in the field with proven race experience and a placing to its name. While the wide draw is a concern over 1006m, the experience and form give it an edge over many debutants.

Proven placegetterRace experienceHas run well over similar distancesTrainer has placed horses before

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Zealands Princess

Barrier 7 · 126kg · Form: —

MEDIUM RISK

CAREER3:0-1

Jockey:Mikayla Weir

Trainer:Toby Pracey

Similar to Argyle Springs, Zealands Princess has a 33% place record from three starts, showing some ability. The barrier is acceptable, and Mikayla Weir is a solid jockey. With race experience on her side, she's a strong each-way chance.

Proven placegetterRace experienceSolid jockey bookingAcceptable barrier

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Anders Diamond

Barrier 3 · 125kg · Form: —

MEDIUM RISK

CAREER0:0-0

Jockey:Georgina Mcdonnell

Trainer:Brett Robb

From the Brett Robb stable, this debutant has drawn well in barrier 3. While the jockey is less experienced, the stable form and barrier draw are significant advantages in a maiden. Keep an eye on market support.

Good barrier (3)In-form stableDebut potentialUntapped speed

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Harry

Barrier 2 · 130kg · Form: —

MEDIUM RISK

CAREER2:0-0

Jockey:Grant Buckley

Trainer:Brett Thompson

Harry has had two starts for no placings but gets a much-improved barrier draw here. Grant Buckley is a seasoned jockey who can get the best out of these types of horses. If there's improvement from his last run, he could surprise.

Improved barrier (2)Experienced jockeyPotential for improvementSmall prizemoney earner

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Daytimer

Barrier 9 · 126kg · Form: —

MEDIUM RISK

CAREER0:0-0

Jockey:Ken Dunbar

Trainer:Brett Thompson

A debutant from the Brett Thompson stable with Ken Dunbar aboard. The stable is consistent, and the barrier is reasonable. Without trial form, it's hard to assess, but the connections suggest some potential.

Reasonable barrier (9)Consistent stableExperienced jockeyUntried potential

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Corky

Barrier 8 · 130kg · Form: —

HIGH RISK

CAREER2:0-0

Jockey:Izzy Neale

Trainer:Brett Robb

Corky has had two starts without placing, and the wide barrier of 8 for 1006m is a significant challenge. While from a good stable, the form hasn't been there yet, and the draw makes it tough.

Wide barrier (8)Limited race formTrainer has better chancesNeeds to improve significantly

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Good Time

Barrier 11 · 130kg · Form: —

HIGH RISK

CAREER2:0-0

Jockey:Jake Pracey-Holmes

Trainer:Brett Thompson

Good Time has had two unplaced starts and draws a very wide barrier in 11. While Jake Pracey-Holmes is a good jockey, the wide draw over this short trip makes it a tough ask for a horse yet to show much.

Very wide barrier (11)Limited race formNeeds to find significant improvementDistance challenge from wide gate

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Kingdom Heart

Barrier 10 · 126kg · Form: —

HIGH RISK

CAREER5:0-1

Trainer:Sharon Jeffries

With five starts for only one placing, Kingdom Heart has had plenty of chances to break its maiden. The wide barrier and average form suggest it will struggle against some of the more promising debutants.

Extensive maiden formWide barrier (10)Struggles to winNo jockey listed (potential concern)

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Mary Louise

Barrier 6 · 126kg · Form: —

HIGH RISK

CAREER4:0-0

Jockey:Zoe Hunt

Trainer:Myron Cooper

Mary Louise has had four starts for no placings, indicating limited ability so far. While the barrier is good, the overall form and connections suggest this will be another tough assignment.

Poor race formGood barrier (6) wastedNeeds to improve dramaticallyOutclassed on current form

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Tidal Breeze

Barrier 13 · 126kg · Form: —

HIGH RISK

CAREER0:0-0

Jockey:Billy Cray

Trainer:Nikki Pollock

A debutant with a very wide barrier (13) and limited information available. This makes it a significant challenge over 1006m, especially with an unproven jockey. Hard to recommend.

Very wide barrier (13)Debutante with no formUnproven connectionsTough ask from the gate

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Don't Fuss About

Barrier 14 · 130kg · Form: —

HIGH RISK

CAREER0:0-0

Jockey:Kody Nestor

Trainer:Kody Nestor

This Kody Nestor-trained and ridden debutant faces an immense challenge from barrier 14 over 1006m. While Nestor can train, the wide draw makes it extremely difficult for a first-starter to be competitive.

Extremely wide barrier (14)Debutante with no formDistance challenge from wide gateOverwhelmed by draw

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