IPSWICH PARTY HIRE CLASS 2 HANDICAP ($27K)
This Class 2 Handicap over 1207m at Ipswich presents a fascinating challenge with several progressive types and some well-placed runners. The wide barriers for some key contenders could make for an interesting tactical race, while those drawn well with good early speed will be advantaged. Trainer Chris Waller and Matthew Dunn have strong chances, as does the Kris Lees-trained Fasvara.
AI Selections & Analysis (17 runners)
Undefeated in two starts, Alleze steps into Class 2 with significant upside. The Matt Dunn stable is flying, and a good barrier draw enhances her chances to maintain her perfect record against this field.
Kris Lees brings this talented mare south, who boasts two wins from four starts. The inside barrier is a huge plus, and with a strong win percentage, she's a major threat if she handles the new track.
From the formidable Chris Waller yard, Canpikapony has a solid win record and a good gate. If Maloney can get her into a rhythm, she has the class to be highly competitive in this event.
Rewrite has a strong place percentage and is trained by Michael Freedman, suggesting improvement is likely. A favourable barrier draw means she won't be doing too much work early and can finish strongly.
Desleigh Forster's runners are always to be respected, and Bold Bidder has a decent win strike rate. With Daniel Moor in the saddle and a middle barrier, he should get a comfortable run and be a factor late.
While only a one-time winner, Iced Chocolate has an excellent place record, suggesting consistency. With Michael Rodd aboard and a good barrier for David Vandyke, she presents as a strong each-way chance.
Ellibaby has a good win and place strike rate but faces a wide barrier. If she can overcome the draw, her form suggests she has the ability to be in the finish, especially for the Vandyke stable.
Tony Gollan-trained runners always warrant respect, and Esprit Du Jour has a high place percentage. However, the very wide barrier is a significant hurdle to overcome in this competitive field.
Wiliamtheconqueror has a 50% place rate from limited starts, showing some promise. The middle barrier is acceptable, and with Boris Thornton, he could be a surprise package if he's improved.
Cherrabah has only had five starts, with one win, indicating some ability. The barrier is good, but she will need to show significant improvement to challenge the more seasoned and higher-rated runners here.
Bellove has two wins but a low place percentage, suggesting inconsistency. The wide barrier makes her task even harder, and she'll need a career-best performance to figure in the placings.
Midori Mover is another from the Vandyke stable but has a lower win and place strike rate than stablemates. The wide barrier and lack of recent form make this a tough assignment.
From the Waller stable, Summit has a low win and place rate, suggesting she's still finding her feet. The wide barrier is a disadvantage, and she'd need to show significant improvement to be competitive.
Galpin has a modest record and is drawn in a very wide gate, making her task exceedingly difficult. She will need a lot of luck and a fast pace to get into contention from out there.
Breezin' has a low win percentage and is saddled with the widest barrier of all. This will make it extremely challenging for her to get a favourable run and impact the finish.
Boom Court has a very low win rate from many starts and a wide barrier. It's hard to make a case for him against this field, and he's likely to struggle.
With a very low win percentage from 32 starts, Coincide is struggling to find form. While the inside barrier is a plus, it's unlikely to be enough to overcome his overall career record against this caliber of opposition.