Race 7

BRANDT GRAND ANNUAL STEEPLECHASE ($251K)

TBA AEDT0m251,00011 runners

AI Best Bet

#6 Duke Of BedfordJ: Will Gordon

Duke Of Bedford stands out as the top pick, boasting excellent career stats and a high win percentage. His trainer, Andrew Bobbin, is a master with jumpers, and with Will Gordon in the saddle, this horse is primed for a dominant performance in this prestigious event.

High win percentageProven jumps trainerStrong jockey bookingExcellent career record

Each-Way Value: Instigator

88%

Confidence

AI Race Summary

The Brandt Grand Annual Steeplechase is a gruelling test of stamina and jumping prowess. With many seasoned campaigners and several runners from top jumps stables, this race promises to be a true spectacle where experience and fitness will be paramount. The field includes multiple past winners and placegetters in jumps races, making for a highly competitive event.

AI Selections & Analysis (11 runners)

Duke Of Bedford

Barrier 6 · 150kg · Form: —

LOW RISK

CAREER33:8-5

Jockey:Will Gordon

Trainer:Andrew Bobbin

High win percentageProven jumps trainerStrong jockey bookingExcellent career record

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Count Zero

Barrier 7 · 148kg · Form: —

LOW RISK

CAREER68:11-7

Jockey:Steven Pateman

Trainer:Symon Wilde

Count Zero is a seasoned jumps campaigner from the dominant Symon Wilde stable, and with Steven Pateman aboard, he's a formidable contender. His extensive experience and consistent record in these types of races make him a strong threat, likely to be right in the finish.

Jumps specialistTop jumps jockeyLeading jumps trainerVast experience

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The Mighty Spar

Barrier 3 · 149kg · Form: —

MEDIUM RISK

CAREER59:12-12

Trainer:Mark Walker

Another strong contender from the Symon Wilde yard, Hit The Road Jack brings a wealth of experience and a solid win/place record. While the jockey booking isn't as strong as stablemate Count Zero, his overall profile suggests he'll be competitive and is a definite place chance.

Experienced jumperStrong stable formConsistent career record

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Hit The Road Jack

Barrier 5 · 142kg · Form: —

MEDIUM RISK

CAREER67:12-12

Jockey:Arron Lynch

Trainer:Symon Wilde

Experienced jumperStrong stable formConsistent career record

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Leaderboard

Barrier 8 · 152kg · Form: —

MEDIUM RISK

CAREER71:12-11

Trainer:Mark Walker

Leaderboard, from the Mark Walker stable, has an impressive career win count and significant prizemoney. While specific jumps form isn't provided, his overall flat ability suggests he has the class, and if he handles the obstacles, he could be a major player here.

High career winsSignificant prizemoneyTop stableClass runner

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Raise The Note

Barrier 9 · 141kg · Form: —

MEDIUM RISK

CAREER23:2-2

Jockey:Tom Ryan

Trainer:Shane Jackson

Stablemate to Leaderboard, The Mighty Spar also boasts a good career record and win percentage. Coming from a top stable, he has the potential to perform well, but may need to show a bit more specific jumps form to challenge the top few.

Good career recordStrong stableConsistent place getter

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Instigator

Barrier 4 · 141kg · Form: —

MEDIUM RISK

CAREER70:6-11

Jockey:Braidon Small

Trainer:Aaron Purcell

Instigator has a lower win percentage but has accumulated significant prizemoney, indicating consistency at a good level. From the Aaron Purcell stable, known for jumps success, and with Braidon Small aboard, he represents good each-way value if he brings his best.

Proven jumps stableExperienced jockeyConsistent prizemoney earner

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Bazini

Barrier 1 · 141kg · Form: —

MEDIUM RISK

CAREER33:5-5

Jockey:Dean Parker

Trainer:Symon Wilde

Bazini is another from the powerful Symon Wilde stable, which is a significant positive. While his career win percentage is moderate, the stable's expertise in jumps racing could see him outperform expectations and sneak into the placings.

Top jumps stableInside barrierPotential for improvement

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Castrofrancaru

Barrier 9 · 142kg · Form: —

HIGH RISK

CAREER32:6-3

Jockey:Arron Lynch

Trainer:Mitchell Leek

Castrofrancaru has a fair win percentage but a lower place percentage, suggesting he can be hit or miss. While he has some ability, he might find this class of race a tougher assignment against more seasoned and consistent jumps performers.

Moderate place recordTougher companyOutside barrier

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Gambu

Barrier 2 · 141kg · Form: —

HIGH RISK

CAREER39:5-3

Jockey:Martin Kelly

Trainer:Eric Musgrove

Gambu has a modest career record and win/place percentages, which puts him behind many of his rivals in this elite race. While Eric Musgrove is a jumps trainer, Gambu would need to produce a career-best effort to feature here.

Modest career recordStepping up in classNeeds significant improvement

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Topspin

Barrier 6 · 141kg · Form: —

HIGH RISK

CAREER32:3-5

Jockey:Jordan Hart

Trainer:Joanne Mugavin

Topspin has a low win and place percentage, indicating he is likely outclassed in this field. While the Grand Annual can throw up surprises, his overall form suggests he will struggle to keep pace with the main contenders.

Low win/place rateOutclassed in this fieldNeeds a miracle

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