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Riccarton Park

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PROFESSIONAL LAD (6) finished second by a nose in the G3 War Decree Stakes here in his penultimate start, then went huge for sixth in the G1 2000 Guineas 10 weeks ago. He has trialled since then and is the one to beat in this. OPTIONS OPEN (11) is a progressive maiden gelding who was a game third at Ashburton a month ago. She cops a tricky gate, but can figure in the top 3 again. STUDENT OF WAR (7) did not cope with the quick backup at Omoto last time out and raced keenly throughout the running. He has more time between runs this time, and with the advantage of the pole position, he can bounce straight back into the money. EXPLODE (1) only peaked on his run late when resuming with a fifth at Timaru nearly 4 weeks ago. He strips fitter and can pick up some money here. ZAVISION (12) won a trial very easily before finishing fourth fresh up at Ashburton a month ago over 1200m. The extra furlong is ideal, and he can't be taken lightly. Each way.

  • 6. Professional Lad
  • 11. Options Open
  • 7. Student Of War
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  • 6. 6. Professional Lad
    J: LEAH HEMIT: TERRI RAE
    F: 2526x
    Price History:
    1.62
    Age:
    3
    Weight:
    1-12
    Gear:
    -
    Official Rating:
    65
    Days Since Last Run:
    70
    Verdict
    Resumes after a break of ten weeks and has been in the money when fresh before. Finished off last preparation sixth of 15 at this track in the G1 New Zealand 2000 Guineas November 15 over 1600m, on heavy track; 3.5 len behind Romanoff with 57kg at $27. First up last campaign fourth in a small field at Phar Lap Racecourse September 7 over 1200m, 3 len behind Alottago with 57.5kg at $3.40. Looks all set for a bright return.
  • 11. 11. Options Open
    J: JASMINE FAWCETTT: MARK WALKER & SAM BERGERSON
    F: x4383
    Price History:
    6.00
    Age:
    3
    Weight:
    1-11
    Gear:
    -
    Official Rating:
    51
    Days Since Last Run:
    31
    Verdict
    Comes off a 31 day let-up. Most recently 3rd of 14 at Ashburton on December 24 over 1200m, on a slow track; 5 len behind Moon Goddess with 55.5kg at $7. The start before that 8th of 13 at Phar Lap Racecourse on November 19 over 1200m, 6 len behind Blushing with 56kg at $5.40. Bold showing expected.
  • 12. 12. Zavision
    J: JACK TAPLINT: DAVID WALSH
    F: 7x4
    Price History:
    6.50
    Age:
    3
    Weight:
    1-11
    Gear:
    -
    Official Rating:
    50
    Days Since Last Run:
    31
    Verdict
    Second-up. First start ran last of 7 at this track on August 2 over 1200m, on a wet track; 16 len behind El Vaquero with 54kg at $18.70. Returned from break 4th of 14 at Ashburton on December 24 over 1200m, slow going 6 len behind Moon Goddess with 54.5kg at $7.90. Strips fitter and expected to figure prominently.
  • 7. 7. Student Of War
    J: TRISTON MOODLEYT: MICHAEL & MATTHEW PITMAN
    F: 69729
    Price History:
    8.00
    Age:
    3
    Weight:
    1-12
    Gear:
    -
    Official Rating:
    51
    Days Since Last Run:
    20
    Verdict
    Last start 9th of 11 at Omoto on January 4 over 1500m, slow going 13 len behind Possess carrying 56kg at $2.70. The start before that held ground to the line 2nd of 10 at Kurow on December 30 over 1400m, on a slow track; head behind Pure Jewel with 56kg at $2.10. Best form stacks up nicely and deserves another chance.
  • 1. 1. Explode
    J: SANU TOOLOOAT: BRUCE TAPPER
    F: 236x5
    Price History:
    19.00
    Age:
    4
    Weight:
    1-13
    Gear:
    -
    Official Rating:
    52
    Days Since Last Run:
    27
    Verdict
    Second-up. First-up after seven months 5th of 12 at Phar Lap Racecourse on December 28 over 1200m, slow going 7 len behind Luna Capella with 58.5kg at $9.80. Previously second-up 3rd of 12 at Wingatui on May 23 over 1200m, on heavy track; 2.25 len behind De Russian Rocket carrying 58.5kg at $5.90. Plenty of improvement to come.
  • 10. 10. Unshackled
    J: AKSHAY BALLOOT: TRENT YESBERG
    F: 79x74
    Price History:
    21.00
    Age:
    5
    Weight:
    1-12
    Gear:
    -
    Official Rating:
    50
    Days Since Last Run:
    14
    Verdict
    Third-up today. First-up 7th of 11 at Riccarton Park Synthetic on December 5 over 1200m, 8 len behind Hello Bess carrying 56.5kg at $9.50. Second-up 4th of 9 at Kumara on January 10 over 1150m, on a slow track; 2.5 len behind Good Craic carrying 53.5kg at $9.60. In the mix on best form.
  • 2. 2. El Tiempo
    J: LIAM KAURIT: JOHN & KAREN PARSONS
    F: 0x5
    Price History:
    34.00
    Age:
    4
    Weight:
    1-13
    Gear:
    -
    Official Rating:
    47
    Days Since Last Run:
    25
    Verdict
    Third race start. First start ran last of 10 at Riccarton Park Synthetic on December 6 2024 over 1200m, 9 len behind Flower Moon with 57kg at $25.60. Went for a break before returning 5th of 10 at Kurow on December 30 over 1400m, on a slow track; 3 len behind Pure Jewel carrying 55.5kg at $20.90. Not far away latest and could sneak into the finish.
  • 4. 4. Fah Rong
    J: DARREN DANIST: PAM ROBSON
    F: 46868
    Price History:
    67.00
    Age:
    4
    Weight:
    1-13
    Gear:
    -
    Official Rating:
    45
    Days Since Last Run:
    20
    Verdict
    Last start 8th of 11 at Omoto on January 4 over 1500m, slow going 13 len behind Possess with 58.5kg at $49.10. The run before that 6th of 11 at Ashburton on December 24 over 1400m, slow going 5.5 len behind Adios Vamonos with 58.5kg at $35.40. Well held last time and others preferred.
  • 5. 5. War Paint
    J: LEE CALLAWAYT: EMMA WYATT
    F: 8
    Price History:
    41.00
    Age:
    4
    Weight:
    1-13
    Gear:
    -
    Official Rating:
    45
    Days Since Last Run:
    31
    Verdict
    Jumped as a despised roughie at debut, 8th of 14 at Ashburton on December 24 over 1200m, on a slow track; 5 len behind Helen's Way carrying 58.5kg at $60.40. Looking to others.
  • 8. 8. Dark Matter
    J: KATE HERCOCKT: RUSSELL MCKAY & ASHLEY HARRINGTON
    F: 056
    Price History:
    41.00
    Age:
    3
    Weight:
    1-12
    Gear:
    -
    Official Rating:
    46
    Days Since Last Run:
    31
    Verdict
    Comes here off a 31-day let-up. At the latest run 6th of 11 at Ashburton on December 24 over 1400m, on a slow track; 10 len behind Red Label carrying 56kg at $20.80. The race before that 5th of 8 at Phar Lap Racecourse on November 19 over 1200m, 9 len behind Princess Reign carrying 57kg at $66.50. Can feature with even luck.
Non-Runners
  • 9. Dostee
    J: -T: MICHAEL & MATTHEW PITMAN
    F: 00
    Price History:
    17.00
    Age:
    3
    Weight:
    1-12
    Gear:
    -
    Official Rating:
    45
    Days Since Last Run:
    27
    Verdict
    Raced twice to date. At debut, 10th of 13 at this track on November 8 over 1200m, 6 len behind Wyworry with 55kg at $21.20. Last start ran last of 12 at Phar Lap Racecourse on December 28 over 1200m, slow going 15 len behind Luna Capella with 56kg at $7.40. Tackling a deeper field this time but he looks an improver worth another chance.
  • 13. Filter
    J: BRETT MURRAYT: ASHLEY FRYE
    F: 55
    Price History:
    17.00
    Age:
    3
    Weight:
    1-11
    Gear:
    -
    Official Rating:
    47
    Days Since Last Run:
    7
    Verdict
    Having third race start. At very big odds at debut, 5th of 14 at Ashburton on December 24 over 1200m, on a slow track; 7 len behind Moon Goddess carrying 55.5kg at $104.20. Second-up 5th of 11 at Wingatui on January 17 over 1300m, on a slow track; 5 len behind Assemble carrying 55.5kg at $56.40. Has to go up a level.
  • 3. Heartbreaker
    J: FLOOR MOERMANT: LYN PRENDERGAST
    F: 90x80
    Price History:
    51.00
    Age:
    4
    Weight:
    1-13
    Gear:
    -
    Official Rating:
    46
    Days Since Last Run:
    10
    Verdict
    Third-up today. Resuming 8th of 11 at Ashburton on December 24 over 1400m, slow going 10 len behind Red Label carrying 58.5kg at $38.60. Last start raced on the pace before fading 10th of 14 at this track on January 14 over 1600m, slow going 6 len behind Villasanti carrying 55.5kg at $34.50. Don't see that trend changing here.

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