Best Pick
1HORSEPOWERZP/FCL10
12PARENTS' LOVECYC/ASC9
2YOUTHFUL SPIRITSLF/MN2
Dark Horses
10STAR PERFORMERKTe/MN11
6VIEW OF THE WORLDAHa/CHY5
9SPARKLING FELLOWBAv/DJH12
5HEALTHY HEALTHYDLe/PCN6
8SEASONS WITLHe/JR8
False Favorite
7CASA OF HONORMFP/CWC4
3CELESTIAL COLOURSHB/JR3
Others
11BASIC INSTINCTMLY/MeT1
4SPORTS LEGENDECW/CSS7
Predict Pacing
1000m
Mid
Annotation
1
HORSEPOWERThree weeks ago, in a straight course race, the performance was disappointing; a slow start saw it settle towards the back with an even pace but no impressive surge. It finished seventh, beaten three and a half lengths. Returning to Happy Valley for a sprint distance, this time carrying no additional weight, the horse has previous form over this distance. The competition is reasonable and a hold-up tactics utilizing its strong finishing kick could see it as the strongest closer in the field. The barrier draw looks favorable and Zac Purton takes the ride, showing some understanding of the horse's capabilities; trainer and jockey are well aligned with thorough preparation. The horse is now showing good form on the track and appears primed to perform.
Predict Pacing
1000m
Mid