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Bowey plays tall in a quite remarkable way and as you said, his kicking is a great asset already. Very quick vision to see a target ... and quick disposal. Not too shabby for 7 games played Could be quite a player of the future. We traded up in the draft to snare him and his acquisition looks to be another Taylor gem Kept Hunt out of the team which was no mean feat. A lot to like

This story might have been posted elsewhere on this site but these 2 likely lads have made such a difference Melbourne dynamic duo Clayton Oliver and Christian Petracca's journey from junior footy teammates to AFL grand final

Norm Smith was involved 8 times where we played 1 game in a month during the finals 7 flags and only 1 loss (1958) Rest, recuperation, astute planning and fresh legs How about that 2nd half!

It has sunk in but I'm a bit lost for words rjay. But anyway ... Just posted on 'ology about the crowd support in the stadium. Demons everywhere and the WA folk have done exceptionally well They should be rightfully proud of themselves. What a great country we live in where others can take up the slack like the Western Australians have We will forever remember how they embraced our team and our victory And well done to the WA people here on this site. You guys did a mighty job. Kudos As for the team, others are saying it for me ... like, love & thanks emoji's comin' your way!

Haven't seen a race but listened in ... seems Zaaki did it easily and Anamoe couldn't quite get there. Remarque dropped away Had a mixed day but got a few late collects to break even

Ha ha! You never know in this game, I'm big on times and Superstorm's times are quite good. As are Probabeel's So too are Zaaki's times but Probabeel & Superstorm are group class horses Small field but fascinating race ... the exotics are only worth pursuing if you want to have a go at the finishing order

I've had a small wager on Remarque at decent odds in the Golden Rose but Anamoe goes into a multi Not even going to bother with a multi at 1.24 for Zaaki so another small bet on Superstorm ... first time the Melbourne way of going for Zaaki and whilst it will probably win, Superstorm might surprise at good odds. Probabeel is into $4 whereas Superstorm is $12

I'll watch the race again Gorg to see what happened to Portland but my focus was on Wild Ruler so much so that the only other horse I noticed was The Inferno I'll be following both horses but Wild Ruler will be going to stud soon enough The Inferno is a very good horse though and will race on as it's a gelding. I reckon it's an Everest horse

Wild Ruler wins! Nice! Thought The Inferno had it but what a kick! All credit to Wild Ruler though ... it's a good horse and a fighter

Homesman ran very well but gave the winner 6kgs ... and that was the difference in the straight

Curran is quick isn't it? Bought online for chump change. Has now won $300k I was on Meteorite for a bit of value ... ran ok and had every chance

Williams gave it every chance ... winner too good. Larkspur just needed that extra kick on straightening

'Forgot You' wins again ... wasn't on it but should have been. Got a great finish has the horse

I've got Portland in a wide (ish) exacta with a few others. The right combo pays very well But Wild Ruler for the win and it should get a good run in the race ... as should Portland & Profiteer

Lombardo did it easily ... looked all class. Good pick I had a saver bet on Front Page but no match for the winner. Decent time for the Valley too So now Homesman just needs to finish things off! I'm reminded that the horse won the Australian Cup back in March so fingers crossed

The leader stacked them right up which didn't help The winner (Minsk Moment) was impressive wearing the right colours. Looks to have a bright future the way it won

Moonee Valley track manager Martin Synan reckons the course might favour the on pace runners ... but because of the wind as they hit the straight, the backmarkers can feature if they can get cover Rail is out 4 metres

The smart punters were on the Panthers today ... they look to have been decent too on run defence and overall defence Sam Darnold had a good night too. Carolina might be the real deal. 3 & 0 is a good start to the season

Lombardo should win Ok, that's the other double that could easily salute (with Homesman R6) First race is at 5.15 and just as well ... I desperately need a distraction to take my mind off the footy! haha Rabbitohs/Manly later on and then a busy day at work tomorrow should fill the rest of the time. And sleep (hopefully!)

Jamie Kah is good with on pace runners where as Ollie & Craig are often successful with swoopers But I go against swoopers at the Valley ... if they beat me, so be it. On pacers often get into the finish and the track is not often a swoopers track with that short straight Homesman will lead (or be on the pace) tonight for instance, and if the jockey can dictate terms, he'll be hard to beat. I'm confident about its chances You got another one to go with Homesman? Doesn't have to be at the Valley

Close to 20-1 for the double Good racing tonight ... the Valley races are always interesting to watch Tend to follow on pace runners as that's often where there is a bit of bias

My best is Friday evening, Gorg Moonee Valley R4 No.5 Larkspur Run (Win) $4.00

Tommy Mac is playing a vital role for the team as well. Forget the stats, Goodwin would just want more of the same Playing in front on nearly every occasion and attracting a 2nd defender and sometimes even a 3rd defender, he's bringing the ball to ground for our small blokes ... so he's doing his job admirably. A lot of bullocking work is often not noticed The rest of it is up to our small forwards. And the marks will eventually fall Tom's way ... perseverance and a strong work ethic is rewarded in time

3 big Group 1's (kicking off Friday night) with the highly competitive Moir Stakes Anamoe & Zaaki look morals in the Golden Rose & Underwood Stakes but upsets can happen ... and $2.50 for the double doesn't appeal (unless used as a banker in a multi)

@Gorgoroth @Dappa Dan @DeeSpencer @JV7 @Dee Zephyr @Go the Biff @titan_uranus @Clintosaurus @DemonDave Leaderboard in the Tipping Comp 2 - Go the Biff, Clintosaurus, JV7, Dee Zephyr 0 - The Usual Suspects This week & next week we play for 1 point only The Thursday night game is interesting in terms of how good the Panthers might be & whether Houston can be a factor this year. SNF is a goodin' whilst MNF is a classic match up in BigD