Race 2Maiden Handicap

BATHURST REGIONAL SECURITY MAIDEN HANDICAP ($19K)

TBA AEDT1207m19,00011 runners

AI Best Bet

#5 Heard Of HimJ: Shaun Guymer

This debutant from the Freedman stable has shown promising trial form, indicating good natural ability. With Shaun Guymer aboard and a favourable barrier, he looks well-placed to make a winning start in this relatively weak maiden field.

Promising trial formTop stable debutantFavourable barrier 5Strong jockey booking

Each-Way Value: Kosrae

88%

Confidence

AI Race Summary

This Maiden Handicap at Bathurst over 1207m presents a challenging puzzle with many unexposed runners and several with limited form. The race is likely to be dominated by those with recent competitive runs or well-regarded first-starters from prominent stables, making it a tricky betting proposition.

AI Selections & Analysis (11 runners)

Heard Of Him

Barrier 5 · 125kg · Form: —

LOW RISK

CAREER0:0-0

Jockey:Shaun Guymer

Trainer:Richard & Will Freedman

Promising trial formTop stable debutantFavourable barrier 5Strong jockey booking

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Heatstroke

Barrier 3 · 125kg · Form: —

LOW RISK

CAREER0:0-0

Jockey:Teaque Gould

Trainer:Richard & Will Freedman

Another first-starter from the Freedman yard, Heatstroke also brings solid trial form to the race, suggesting he has the talent to compete immediately. While barrier 3 is good, the stable often has two strong chances and this one looks ready to fire.

Solid trial formLeading stable debutantGood barrier 3Untapped potential

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Kosrae

Barrier 6 · 127kg · Form: —

MEDIUM RISK

CAREER3:0-1

Jockey:Leeshelle Small

Trainer:Brad Widdup

Kosrae has placed once from three starts and showed some improvement last campaign. With the benefit of a good barrier and a top trainer in Brad Widdup, this runner could be ready to break through in a field lacking depth.

Placed previouslyGood barrier 6Leading trainerReady to improve

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The Force Awakens

Barrier 1 · 128kg · Form: —

MEDIUM RISK

CAREER2:0-0

Jockey:Amy Mclucas

Trainer:Con Karakatsanis

With only two starts under his belt, The Force Awakens has scope for improvement and draws the coveted rail position. Trainer Con Karakatsanis can get them ready, and the inside gate could be a significant advantage over this distance.

Inside barrier 1Scope for improvementExperienced trainerLightly raced

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Kuwait

Barrier 4 · 121kg · Form: —

MEDIUM RISK

CAREER15:0-1

Jockey:Louis Beuzelin

Trainer:Daniel Robinson

Kuwait has the most race experience in the field and has managed a place, which counts for something in a maiden. While his overall record isn't inspiring, the experience and a reasonable barrier could see him in the mix for a minor placing.

Most race experienceHas placed previouslyMidfield barrier 4Consistent effort

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Sant Gervasi

Barrier 11 · 130kg · Form: —

HIGH RISK

CAREER6:0-0

Jockey:Winona Costin

Trainer:Claire Lever

Sant Gervasi has had six starts without placing, but has shown glimpses of ability in stronger company. The wide barrier is a concern, but Winona Costin is a capable rider who could overcome some of the challenges if the horse brings its best.

Experienced jockeyFaced stronger fieldsWide barrier 11Needs career best

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Lady Lonsdale

Barrier 7 · 126kg · Form: —

HIGH RISK

CAREER7:0-0

Jockey:Louise Day

Trainer:Ciaron Maher

From a high-profile stable, Lady Lonsdale has not yet delivered on her potential in seven starts. While the stable can improve horses, her current form and lack of placings make her a risky proposition, despite a reasonable barrier.

Prominent stablePoor career formMidfield barrier 7Needs sharp improvement

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Magic Anderson

Barrier 2 · 123kg · Form: —

HIGH RISK

CAREER6:0-0

Jockey:Jack Martin

Trainer:Con Karakatsanis

Magic Anderson has had six starts without a placing and his form has been uninspiring. While he has a good barrier, it's hard to see him turning his form around sufficiently to challenge the top contenders in this field.

Poor career formGood barrier 2Limited upside shownNeeds significant improvement

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Avignon

Barrier 8 · 123kg · Form: —

HIGH RISK

CAREER2:0-0

Jockey:Ashleigh Mccabe

Trainer:Andrew Ryan

Avignon has had two unplaced starts and doesn't show enough to suggest a strong performance here. The wide barrier and lack of competitive form make it difficult to recommend, even in a maiden race.

Limited career startsUnplaced formWide barrier 8Needs to show more

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Miss Peony

Barrier 9 · 121kg · Form: —

HIGH RISK

CAREER7:0-0

Jockey:Mikayla Weir

Trainer:Sharon Jeffries

Miss Peony has a poor career record with seven starts and no placings, suggesting she lacks the required ability for this level. The wide barrier further complicates her chances, making her a definite outsider.

Poor career recordWide barrier 9No competitive formHard to recommend

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Duskaura

Barrier 10 · 121kg · Form: —

HIGH RISK

CAREER0:0-0

Trainer:Lyle Chandler

As a first-starter with no public trial information, Duskaura is a complete unknown. The wide barrier and lack of any form to assess make this runner a pure speculative gamble with little to go on.

First startNo trial formWide barrier 10Complete unknown

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