Dual Group finalist Fearless Rory stands out in a Grade 5 460m heat at Geelong this afternoon, but G3 finalist Nike Apache must be respected.
G2 finalists Storm Stroller and Jerwood Bale, plus Six Speed Manual due to the scratching of G2 runner-up Old News, are all expected to prevail in their respective races, while G2 finalist Astro Boy v My Mate Tip and Aston Profit v Freya Bale v Gunai Outlaw should be terrific contests.
Dale Code’s Predicted Market Firmer
NICOLSON BALE
TAB fixed odds at 10am: $2.50 Win
Bendigo Race 10 Box 7 10:08pm
Form https://watchdog.grv.org.au/meeting/666538637/race/10
Today’s Drawcards
Trainer: Paul Bartolo
Geelong Race 4
Box 2 460m 3:49pm
Claim to fame:
– G2 Geelong Gold Cup finalist
– Won 8 from 16
TAB fixed odds: $1.22
The Watchdog says: Yes
Trainer: Rebecca Gibbons
Geelong Race 5
Box 7 460m 4:09pm
Claim to fame:
– G2 Warrnambool Cup finalist
– Won 7 from 15
TAB fixed odds: $1.50
The Watchdog says: Yes
Trainer: Ashlee Terry
Geelong Race 7
Box 6 460m 4:51pm
Claim to fame:
– Dual Group finalist
– Won 7 from 14
TAB fixed odds: $1.45
The Watchdog says: Yes
THE WATCHDOG’S $10 INVESTMENT
Friday 20 May
$5 Win – SIX SPEED MANUAL
Geelong Race 6 Box 8 460m 4:34pm
TAB fixed odds: $1.75 Win
Form https://watchdog.grv.org.au/meeting/666538642/race/6
The Watchdog says : SIX SPEED MANUAL (8) was already my top selection before the scratching of OLD NEWS (5) due to his big engine and the ideal wide draw, so I am even more confident now. With FEROCIOUS CAITTY (6) and NO PAYER (7) expected to move to the inside, SIX SPEED MANUAL should get a nice cart across, and he can then dash away in the middle stages.
$3 Win – VOLTAGE SPIKE
Bendigo Race 2 Box 6 425m 7:07pm
TAB fixed odds: $2.60 Win
Form https://watchdog.grv.org.au/meeting/666538637/race/2
The Watchdog says : VOLTAGE SPIKE (6) will appreciate the drop in class, and she has won here previously in a sizzling 23.78sec. With a slow beginner on her outside, she should get every chance to balance up and assume control and then prove too classy in the run home.
$1 Trifecta – 7 / 8 / 1,3,4,6 (25%)
$1 Trifecta – 7 / 1,3,4,6 / 8 (25%)
Must Watch Race
Mixed Grade 6/7 Heat
Traralgon Race 3
450m 7:31pm
The Watchdog says : EXTREME FORCE (7) – victorious in two of his four career starts – is a legitimate star prospect and should be winning. ASTON RIVER (8) has the pace to cross and lead and should be able to hold onto a top three spot.
‘Must Watch Race’ Preview :
EXTREME FORCE (7) recently put everyone on notice with a scorching 21.32sec trial and 24.86sec win at Shepparton. Those times are simply elite, and he has the potential to become a megastar. He is having his first look at Traralgon tonight, so he will need an ounce of luck early, but if he can step on terms, he should assume control after 100m and be far too good for his rivals. RIVER ROUGH (1) has been dominant in his two wins to date and he is likely to keep the pressure on from the outset. He would have preferred a wider draw, but he has a great turn of foot. ASTON RIVER (8) was a handy 19.95sec winner here two runs back and the reliable beginner rounds out the serious chances.
Form https://watchdog.grv.org.au/meeting/666538596/race/3
The Watchdog’s selections: 7 – 8 – 1 – 4
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