Pukekohe Racing Predictions - 22 April 2025
Had a decent time of it on Monday - getting the last two at Waverley at $4.40 and $5.00 being the highlight. Subscribe to not miss out on this gold.
Today’s picks assume a Heavy 9. Comments indicate where this was a factor. Unclear if there has been any scratchings today (websites more delayed than normal) - I am issuing now as is. Remember:
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Top Picks of the Day
Race 2 - TRACKSIDE.CO.NZ (1200m)
#1 SCHMOOZE Is paying: $5.00. Should be paying: $4.00
Edge: Strong second-place finish on March 12 (2-10 1.3L) on soft going. Has placed on both previous soft-track attempts, suggesting a natural affinity for wet conditions. His last five runs show consistency regardless of track condition. Recent form is better than the bare results suggest, and the market has overlooked aspects of his performances.
Race 3 - SISTEMA (1200m)
#1 SUPER DAILO Is paying: $4.50. Should be paying: $3.80
Edge: Brings solid heavy track form to the table with previous track placings. His recent third-place finish on April 2 (3-12 0.7L) shows he's in decent fitness for this assignment. Has placed more than he hasn’t; has performed at track and distance as well. Add in the claim and you have a good shout.
Race 4 - HAUNUI FARM (1400m)
#2 RISE COMPANIONS Is paying: $2.05. Should be paying: $1.90
Edge: Impressive first run (2-12 0.5L on April 2) shows readiness for a big performance. Inside barrier draw will be advantageous. While not offering huge value, he appears to have a class edge on these rivals, with indications he will be able to handle the heavy conditions better than most of his opposition.
Race 7 - DUNSTAN HORSEFEEDS (2100m)
#6 DEEBEE BELFER Is paying: $4.50. Should be paying: $3.80
Edge: Has shown genuine ability on wet tracks in previous runs. Main rival is a class riser, whereas this Mare was going closer earlier in this prep. Regained some momentum last race and offers good odds here.
Race 8 - ENTAIN/NZB INSURANCE PEARL SERIES (1400m)
#3 ROSETOWN PRINCESS Is paying: $8.00. Should be paying: $6.50
Edge: Has been competing in stronger company recently. Has a great first up record; and a decent record at this course and distance. Loves a heavy track; even moreso with the claim.
Race 9 - JOIN TAB RACING (1600m)
#7 JAFFIRA Is paying: $6.00. Should be paying: $4.50
Edge: Impressive win last start (1-11 3.0L on April 17) demonstrates he's in career-best form. Has won twice on heavy tracks from 8 attempts. The inside barrier (3) is a significant advantage in these conditions. Market is factoring in class ride too much; and not factoring in margin of previous victory enough.
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