Sunshine Coast · Race 2
Caloundra RSL Mdn Plate
1400m · Good 4 · $30,000
Our Pick
Hells Rein
Vandyke-Wiggins combo 31% above expectation last 100 runs.
The Read
The David Vandyke/Ryan Wiggins combination is striking 31 percent above expectation in the last 100 rides, and experience is a strength. Recent speed is the concern, but the case leans on trainer and jockey form combining at a level of proven consistency.
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Show 7 matchupsHide matchups
Where two runners other than our pick have raced each other before. Most recent meeting shown.
Akira San vs Koban
Akira San finished 4th to 8th at Toowoomba a fortnight ago, 3 lengths clear.
Enjector vs Little Miss Classy
Enjector finished 4th to 5th at Doomben last preparation, a head clear.
Konigstein vs Rubick's Shadow
Konigstein finished 8th to 9th at Ipswich a fortnight ago, half a length clear.
Little Miss Classy vs Kindred
Little Miss Classy finished 3rd to 7th at Sunshine Coast last preparation, 4.8 lengths clear.
Money On My Mind vs Akira San
Money On My Mind finished 2nd to 4th at Toowoomba a fortnight ago, half a length clear.
Money On My Mind vs Koban
Money On My Mind finished 2nd to 8th at Toowoomba a fortnight ago, 3.6 lengths clear.
Rubick's Shadow vs Enjector
Rubick's Shadow finished 3rd to 8th at Kilcoy last month, 12.1 lengths clear.
Silent Answer
9J: Michael Rodd · T: Taylah Mackinnon
Quickest recent time figure in the field. 4.1 lengths a km under track average.
The Read
Recent time figures are the quickest in the field at 4.1 lengths a km under track average, which is a significant edge. Class is also a strength, though recent form is a concern to weigh against the speed advantage.
Over Hells Rein?
Whether the time advantage holds up. Silent Answer's fastest time in the field sits 4.1 lengths a km clear of the track average, a real edge on the clock. The only stumble is an extra half-kilo in the saddle and a slightly worse draw from barrier 8. If the speed holds up on a Good 4 surface, that time edge counts for plenty.
Akira San
4J: Gary Geran · T: Corey & Kylie Geran
Resuming today - placed first-up, 1 from 2 recent returns.
Corey & Kylie Geran/Gary Geran combo striking 33% above expectation.
The Read
The Corey and Kylie Geran/Gary Geran team is striking 33 percent above expectation in the last 100 rides and this horse runs well fresh, having placed first-up from 2 attempts. Recent speed is the concern, but the case leans on jockey form and a track record of placing on resumption.
Over Hells Rein?
The Geran team is firing well above expectation across their last hundred runners together, and Akira San placed first-up from two attempts at a comeback. It's saddled with an extra half-kilo and hasn't won in three starts though. From barrier 4 and down 2kg on last time, it's positioned to settle closer and make that fresh form count.
Full Field
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Kindred
J: Emily Lang · T: Billy Healey
The Billy Healey/Emily Lang combination is striking 68 percent above expectation in the last 100 rides and barrier 1 offers a soft run. Recent form is weak and the main thing to watch is the soft going - unproven on soft with no wins from 3 attempts, plus a poor first-up record from 3 tries.
Flying Zulu
J: Dan Mc Gillivray · T: Phillip Burns
Recent form and speed are both poor, and first-up runs have not produced a win from 3 attempts. The positive is barrier 2 offering a soft run, though a first-up maiden usually needs time to find rhythm.
Fastest Choice🔧 Cross-over nose band off first time, nose roll first time.
J: Brandon Lerena · T: Stephen Sutherland
Recent time figures rank among the quickest in the field at 0.7 lengths a km under track average, and the Stephen Sutherland/Brandon Lerena combination is striking 100 percent above expectation across the last 100 rides. Barrier 3 is a soft draw, though fresh record, recent form and class are all concerns to monitor.
Akira San🎯 Next Best
J: Gary Geran · T: Corey & Kylie Geran
The Corey and Kylie Geran/Gary Geran team is striking 33 percent above expectation in the last 100 rides and this horse runs well fresh, having placed first-up from 2 attempts. Recent speed is the concern, but the case leans on jockey form and a track record of placing on resumption.
Rubick's Shadow🔧 Tongue tie first time.
J: Kayla Johnston · T: J R Bayliss
The J R Bayliss/Kayla Johnston combination is striking 36 percent above expectation in the last 100 rides, which is the key positive. Recent form is weak and trainer form is also a concern, though the main thing to watch is the soft ground - unproven on soft with no wins from 3 tries.
Konigstein
J: Ryan Maloney · T: C J Waller
Trainer form, jockey form and class are all working in its favour despite recent form concerns. The main thing to watch is the soft going - yet to race on it and untested in these conditions.
Hells ReinTOP PICK
J: Ryan Wiggins · T: David Vandyke
The David Vandyke/Ryan Wiggins combination is striking 31 percent above expectation in the last 100 rides, and experience is a strength. Recent speed is the concern, but the case leans on trainer and jockey form combining at a level of proven consistency.
Silent Answer⚔️ Danger
J: Michael Rodd · T: Taylah Mackinnon
Recent time figures are the quickest in the field at 4.1 lengths a km under track average, which is a significant edge. Class is also a strength, though recent form is a concern to weigh against the speed advantage.
Little Miss Classy
J: Bella Youngberry · T: R L Heathcote
Jockey Bella Youngberry is in strong form, riding 43 percent above expectation across the last 100 rides, and class is a strength. Recent speed and form are concerns, and the main thing to watch is the first-up record - no wins from 3 attempts on resumption.
Dun Darte Cheap
J: Jag Guthmann-Chester · T: S W Kendrick
The jockey form and class suggest some merit, but recent form and speed have both deteriorated. Wide barrier 13 of 14 is the main thing to watch - it's a significant obstacle on top of modest recent figures.
Amalfi Boy
J: Mark Du Plessis · T: R L Heathcote
Class is the main strength here, but recent form and fitness are concerns after a break. The case leans on racing at the right level, though the wide barrier 14 draw is the key thing to watch and will require a strong ride to overcome.