NZ - Oamaru - Race 2

Thoroughbred

10 Runners

Maiden

Turf

SOFT 7

10.1K

VIEW

Verdict

MATAKANA PERKYNANA (5) was well found in the market fresh up here nearly 4 weeks ago and needed the run, finishing midfield, but not too far from the winner. She steps up an extra furlong, and in this modest field, she is the one to beat. HIGHLIGHTED (1) has shown much more at the trials than on race day, and will be resuming from a spell here without any public trials. He is stronger now, and with Kylie Williams in the saddle, he is likely to be ridden positively early on. Follow any market support. SWISS BELT (7) stuck on gamely for fifth fresh up here nearly 4 weeks ago and will continue to improve with more racing. Each way claims in this lineup. SCHNELL (9) is making her debut from the powerful Anderton stable. She is bred to handle wet ground, and the market will tell the full story. PREFERRED LIES (8) is making her debut from the in-form Danny Crozier stable, and in this sort of field, she has to be given a chance. Include in all combinations.

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Horse Stats

#/Silk	Horse#/Horse	Power Rating	High Speed	Win %	Top 3%	Win Prob
5	Second-up. First-up after eight months 7th of 14 at this track on July 20 over 6f, on a wet track, 2.75 len behind Satin Doll with 120lbs at $5.40. Previously second-up 7th of 13 at Riccarton Park in the LR Cntrbry Belle on September 14 over 6f, slow going 11 len behind Raziah carrying 125lbs at $36.80. Rates highly and is among the leading hopes. 1st Pick 5 Matakana Perkynana Jockey: Leah Hemi Trainer: Robert Dennis J: Leah Hemi T: Robert Dennis	88	-	-	-	40%
Analysis Second-up. First-up after eight months 7th of 14 at this track on July 20 over 6f, on a wet track, 2.75 len behind Satin Doll with 120lbs at $5.40. Previously second-up 7th of 13 at Riccarton Park in the LR Cntrbry Belle on September 14 over 6f, slow going 11 len behind Raziah carrying 125lbs at $36.80. Rates highly and is among the leading hopes.
1	Resuming. Only had one start last campaign 8th of 10 at Ashburton on April 3 over 6f, slow going 4 len behind Sarissa with 128lbs at $6. First up last campaign 10th of 12 at Ashburton on October 20 over 6 ½f, 9 len behind Lilly carrying 126lbs at $3.10. Can make an immediate impact. 2nd Pick 1 Highlighted Jockey: Kylie Williams Trainer: Nicholas Wigley & Kayla Milnes J: Kylie Williams T: Nicholas Wigley & Kayla Milnes	69	-	-	-	20%
Analysis Resuming. Only had one start last campaign 8th of 10 at Ashburton on April 3 over 6f, slow going 4 len behind Sarissa with 128lbs at $6. First up last campaign 10th of 12 at Ashburton on October 20 over 6 ½f, 9 len behind Lilly carrying 126lbs at $3.10. Can make an immediate impact.
7	Dual acceptor. Second-up. First-up after three months 5th of 14 at this track on July 20 over 6f, on heavy track, 2 len behind Satin Doll with 120lbs at $11.40. Previously second-up ran last of 9 at Wanganui on January 20 over 6f, 16 len behind Charmrose carrying 125lbs at $19.20. Fitter for that run and expected to be in the finish this time. 3rd Pick 7 Swiss Belt Jockey: Terry Moseley Trainer: Robyn Ayton J: Terry Moseley T: Robyn Ayton	65	-	-	-	15%
Analysis Dual acceptor. Second-up. First-up after three months 5th of 14 at this track on July 20 over 6f, on heavy track, 2 len behind Satin Doll with 120lbs at $11.40. Previously second-up ran last of 9 at Wanganui on January 20 over 6f, 16 len behind Charmrose carrying 125lbs at $19.20. Fitter for that run and expected to be in the finish this time.

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