Te Aroha Racing Predictions - 2 June 2025
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Race 1 - Frank & The Late Victor Matijasevich Hurdle (3100m)
#4 Doctor Iris Is paying: $6.00. Should be paying: $4.20
Edge: Won recent barrier trial on May 26, demonstrating current fitness and ability, and won previous hurdle trial before that. At just 4 years old, significantly younger than field of declining veterans aged 7-12 years. Lightly raced with only 5 career starts offers scope for improvement. Heavy track record shows 1 win from 4 starts. Kylan Wiles' 2kg claim brings weight to 67kg.
Race 2 - Frank & Annie Matijasevich Memorial Steeplechase (3500m)
#2 Obrigado Is paying: $3.80. Should be paying: $3.40
Edge: This gelding showed he’s still got plenty of ticker with one of the gutsiest second place runs in a while last time out. Two time bridesmaid steeplechaser with solid heavy track record showing 6 wins and 13 placings from 43 heavy starts. Has specific jumping experience that many rivals lack. Kylan Wiles' 2kg claim brings weight down to 69kg. The 3500m distance suits his proven stamina.
Race 3 - Mlaadi Laurich 2-Year-Old Maiden (1150m)
#7 Cream Tart Is paying: $2.60. Should be paying: $2.20
Edge: Showed genuine ability on debut with close second beaten just 0.3 lengths. Previous good trial performances underlying quality floor. Has raced mainly on heavy tracks. Craig Grylls brings quality jockey support.