Punters are set for a thrilling ten-race card at Rosehill Gardens this Sunday, with a host of promising gallopers stepping out across a competitive program. In partnership with Racing NSW, we provide a comprehensive guide and expert analysis for every contest, highlighting the key chances and best betting value.
Race-By-Race Guide and Key Selections
The action kicks off at 12:15pm with the Midway Handicap over 1500 metres. Satness is tipped for an improved showing third-up. The Robert and Luke Price-trained gelding has been solid in two runs back, including a narrow defeat first-up at big odds. With a favourable map, he represents strong each-way value. Main dangers include the enigmatic Trafalgar Square and the first-up performer Callistemon.
Feature Races and Best Bets
The spotlight falls on several key events. In Race 4, the Vinnie @ Yarraman Park Handicap (1500m), Dark Simba is nominated as a best bet. The Hayes-trained four-year-old was unsuited first-up at Caulfield in a race that turned into a sprint. Back in grade and with a more favourable map, he looks primed for a sharp form reversal. His last 400m split at Caulfield was highly competitive, signalling his readiness.
Race 5, the Asahi Super Dry Handicap (1200m), features a clash of exciting three-year-olds. The well-bred Plaintiff, a Zoustar filly, is the favourite and another best bet selection. Her debut win was visually impressive, showcasing a brilliant turn of foot backed by strong sectional times. She is considered a filly with a bright future.
Highway Handicap and Other Key Chances
The always-tricky TAB Highway Handicap (Race 3) is a punting puzzle. At a price, Highly Tempted is put forward as an each-way roughie. His previous effort in a stronger Highway behind Lunaite was full of merit, suggesting he can be competitive at double-figure odds.
Other horses to follow include Natoya in Race 2, who is improving with each run for trainer John Sargent, and Hawker Hall in Race 6. The latter was brave in defeat first-up at Kembla Grange and maps to lead again. In the final event, Step Aside offers value for Chris Waller. The gelding is a proven fresh performer and gets a perfect set-up from a soft draw.
In Race 7, Flying Thinker is tipped to atone for a poor first-up effort where she over-raced. A previous Rosehill winner, if she finds the front and a rhythm, a sharp improvement is expected. The Chandon Handicap looks her ideal target.
Full Race Tips and Betting Strategy
Here is a summary of the key selections for Sunday's Rosehill meeting:
- Race 1: Satness (Each-Way)
- Race 2: Natoya (Win)
- Race 3: Highly Tempted (Each-Way)
- Race 4: Dark Simba (Win) - BEST BET
- Race 5: Plaintiff (Win) - BEST BET
- Race 6: Hawker Hall (Win)
- Race 7: Flying Thinker (Win)
- Race 8: Whinchat (Each-Way)
- Race 9: Hurstville Zagreb (Win)
- Race 10: Step Aside (Win) - BEST VALUE
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