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3:07 - 12 Runner Handicap Over 7 Furlongs
This looks like an interesting race, with a decent pace likely thanks to Doomsday being in the mix, alongside others who can go forward. Draw bias isn’t usually much of an issue over this trip, but the pace bias could make things intriguing. Leading horses score a 2.33 IV here, with 189 wins from 731 runs, so there’s clear potential for a front-runner to capitalise. The question is, can Doomsday get loose on the lead, or will someone else take control?
Doomsday
A horse with CD form—he’s run 4 times over course and distance, including a win in a claimer last time he was here. He led in 3 of those runs and finished second in a claimer over CD back in 2023. That’s promising, but the step up in class could be his undoing. Just 2 wins from 27 in this grade suggests he might not be good enough.
Ramon Di Loria
Another runner who likes to be up there early. He’s had two CD runs where he raced prominently and placed both times. Those were decent races, too, showing he’s got the ability required for this level. He’s also got a course win to his name and a strong 25% strike rate in the class.
Without Delay
A course specialist with 3 wins from 10 starts here—but this trip doesn’t suit him quite as well. Just 1 win from 23 attempts over 7 furlongs tells a different story.
Golden Valour
If they go off too hard, he could be the one to benefit. He won over CD in October when held up, and followed that with a solid effort in defeat coming from the rear in November. That said, I think the pace will hold up this time.
Coconut Bay
Carrying a low weight, this runner has the potential to perform well. He can go forward, has recent form, and is proven over this trip with wins and placings in this class. Plenty of positives to suggest he could be in the mix.
It’s shaping up to be a fascinating contest. The pace looks set to hold, so the front-runners could have the edge—but if they overdo it, the closers might just pick up the pieces. Let’s see how it unfolds!
14/1 Coconut Bay
16/ Doomsday