Pukekohe Racing Predictions - 2 April 2025
A classic midweek NZ racing meet at Pukekohe today! Get excited - we are!
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Top Six Picks of the Day
Race 1 - TRACKSIDE.CO.NZ MDN (1400m)
#5 WHO ROX THE HOUSE Is paying: $2.80. Should be paying: $2.40
Edge: Consistently hitting the line well with strong placings in recent runs. Has gone very close and been consistent this whole year, and well-drawn in barrier 4. Drop back to 1400m from 1600m should suit based on finishing patterns. All points to confidence in a race where the favorite looks vulnerable.
Race 3 - HORIZON BY SKYCITY HCP60 (1200m)
#2 DEEP PURSUIT Is paying: $4.40. Should be paying: $4.00
Edge: Clear improvement pattern with recent performance trending upward, and decent trials. Decently drawn with tactical options in this field. Market underestimates the improvement shown recently.
Race 4 - ENTAIN/NZB INSURANCE PEARL SERIES MDN (1200m)
#3 SISTER CYNANE Is paying: $2.00. Should be paying: $1.80
Edge: Dual acceptor targeting this race. Consistent performer with three straight second-place finishes showing reliability. Proven ability in similar company and conditions. Best gate it has had. While not offering substantial value at the short price, this runner represents the most reliable winning chance in the race and still has slight edge over the quoted odds.
Race 5 - AUCKLAND CO-OP TAXIS HCP60 (2100m)
#1 HE'S CLASSIC Is paying: $3.60. Should be paying: $3.20
Edge: Class drop from BM65 to HCP60 creates advantage not reflected fully in the price. Performs well on good tracks and the step up to 2100m suits based on staying performances. Market overly focused on recent form rather than fundamentals.
Race 6 - OPEN HANDICAP (1600m)
#1 RADRADRA Is paying: $6.00. Should be paying: $5.00
Edge: Well weighted as the top-rated runner in this field. Has placed a lot, and gone close doing it, including twice in the last few months. Drawn well in barrier 1. Has demonstrated strong ability at this level and distance. Offers value against the favorite Daring Dame who appears under the odds at $2.25.
Race 7 - OPEN HANDICAP (1400m)
#4 SAXS 'N' SILKS Is paying: $7.50. Should be paying: $5.00
Edge: Begun to hit her straps last prep and has continued that with a win first up this prep. Well suited to this distance range and draws a good barrier for tactical positioning. Good on good tracks, 50% win record on this course, good performer second up - what’s not to like at this price?
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