The Local is back at his favourite task trying to pick a winner at Mount Harding track Methven Sunday the fields are large and even but this is what he has come up with;
Race 1– Beau Major- Encouraging efforts to date can get the loot
El Chapo- Tough from the unruly but big chance for this lovely bred type
The Guild- Form says it all will start favourite
Race 2- Madam Sass- Excellent Trial but tough race to debut in good beginning essential
Superfast Lad- Much improved wee fella and wouldn’t need to go much better
DD’s Super Stuart – Tough type who if he gets away on terms will give locals a big say
Race 3- Prodigal Guinness – Raced without luck stable flying big chance
Better Fly- Another with strong lead up workouts leading into this each way
Kingsdown Atom- Back from brief let up just a hint of toughness which should help
Race 4- Just Michael- Lovely horse who with manners should be to strong
Laver- Encouraging to date just as clear second pick
Duke- Will certainly make up a short priced trifecta if all goes to plan
Race 5-Ardee Trouble- Erratic customer but a lot of ability and tough enough to do a bit
Beyond The Horizon- Excellent stable and races well here danger
Foreigner- If develops into a war will be handy and keep fighting
Race 6-Franco Garrett- Form says it all definitely his turn
Delight Of Texas- Drawn to get soft run and tough enough to take advantage
Matthew Eyre- Honest type who will be in fight for a long way
Race 7-Essence Of Eden- Another who will suit track especially if sting out clear first pick
Standout- Good stayer in the making will unwind late
Stick Man- Fitter than most and more ability than most drop in class each way
Race8-Cast No Shadow- Little inferior to last seasons 3 year old should be too good
Chiller Bay- Has good horses record likes grass hard to beat
Copperhead Rose- Another good stayer if turns into slog will keep coming
Race 9 Chase Auckland- Huge ability may follow them out early if settled wins
The Fixer- Excellent record first up but if turns into slog will be the one
Clasina Maria- We can’t leave her out despite jump in opposition so genuine
Race 10-We’ll Meet Again- Difficult race to win from mark but lead up earns our vote
Girl’s Let Loose- Trainer must have learnt plenty from illustrious late uncle going by her good record, danger
Renezmae – Will start favourite and run like 2 starts ago will take her deep into finish
Race 11 Delightful Tanner- One paced but very game bolter in get out stakes
Rake- Form and draw tops possible favourite
Doctor Tim- Has beaten better fields and last run suggested coming right
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