Dee Zephyr

10 minutes ago, Macca said:

I reckon the person who picks 4th should get the 5th pick ... we need all contributing D77.  Your expertise is needed. 

Think of it this way,  the first 3 come up with 3 possible winners and then the onus goes onto the 4th contributor.  A bit like the 'Skip' in foursomes.  Except that person then has the 5th pick as well. 

And then the 6th pick is up for grabs - maybe a consensus vote? 

 

That will work Macca. I’m still putting my hand up for the 4th contributor this week. 

7 minutes ago, Wadda We Sing said:

My god D77, now im totally confused ~ !!

 

Lol, I really should have boiled the kettle before typing 

Hi fellas.

It was your idea @Macca, more than happy for you to have a selection for the win. I’m happy to be the 4th this week or maybe we can go with an emergency system.

For example, Wadda, Macca, Binman place a selection for 1st which also goes in for 2nd and 3rd. That leaves 3 horses for 2nd and 3rd to be added, hope I’m getting this right. The same 3 people each pick a horse for the additional placegetters. If selections aren’t in say by 12.00pm on raceday in steps the emergency with their selection of a winner and additional placegetter.

I hope that makes sense, long day at work today.

Edit: Happy to run with the consensus.

http://m.melbournefc.com.au/news/2018-04-16/dees-and-tigers-to-have-minib

Both clubs have been given a break leading into the game. Is this a positive for us and is this a mandatory break due to the time between games?

Both coaches don’t seem entirely thrilled with the concept. 

8 hours ago, Macca said:

I wonder if Pounamu will be racing anytime soon?

Last winter it ran in four Group 3 races in WA from May through to July.  All 4 races were worth 150k but the connections might chase a few of the big feature races at Doomben instead. 

He’s a beauty Macca. No need to black book it as I’m sure you’ll be all over it when he returns.

Placed more than half his starts at Group & Listed level, runs ok in the wet and maybe you have mentioned it previously but I wasn’t aware the horse started its career in NSW where it didn’t register a single win apart from a barrier trial. The move West certainly worked.

34 minutes ago, Macca said:

@binman made mention that he might be having a spell for a while but if not,  his and @Wadda We Sing thoughts on this new idea would be invaluable.  

We could just take it turns with picks after we agree on a race and system and away we go.  I reckon we could end up mapping out a race with our combined knowledge. 

I like your idea so much that I’ve looked at the possible fields for Saturday at Randwick. I’m guessing fields will be finalised in the next couple of days but the All Aged Stakes is shaping up as a really good race. 

http://racingaustralia.horse/FreeFields/Weights.aspx?Key=2018Apr21,NSW,Royal Randwick

@Macca That’s where 3-4 brains working together can provide a name such as Miss Admiration. Only 3 lengths off the winner in the VRC Oaks. 

Like @Wadda We Sing suggested “Working From Home” was a decent chance of winning in a post early in the day on Saturday. Made mention of some money coming in for the horse due to the wet weather. 

2 minutes ago, Macca said:

Yep,  and the Hiyaam race and the Who Shot TheBarman race!  I should have stuck to my 3 - 5 - 5 Trifecta system.  Win bets and multi's are not for me but at least I'm sure of that now!  You live and learn D77.

Speaking of which,  why don't we change things up a bit and try and put together a Trifecta or a First4 in an upcoming feature race?  We could put the best bet idea on hold for a while and see if we have some luck in another area.  Just a thought. 

Great suggestion Macca, I’m all for new suggestions and there’s definitely no harm in trying. 

It’s been difficult the last few weeks trying to find standouts, this way we can concentrate on a race or two and not having to worry about scouting far and wide.

2 minutes ago, Macca said:

Here are the replays of the 3 other Group 1 races from Saturday (Australian Oaks,  Sydney Cup & The Coolmore Legacy) ... there are 2 more Group 1 races coming up this Saturday at Randwick to finish the Autumn Carnival (before we venture off to Morphettville & Doomben for their big feature races!) ...

 

 

 

 

G’day Macca.

Thanks for posting, this thread runs hot once a week unlike some of the other threads on the footy board, they will probably remain on fire for the next 8 days. Nice and calm over here, at least until I watch the Alizee race.

6 hours ago, 3Dee said:

After the Leafs frustrating loss on Sunday (game 2) before the Dees.. I'm really hoping they can pull it together for game 3 at home tomorrow. That Pasta-Berg-Rat line is on fire.

Meanwhile the Caps are down 2 - 0 after losing both on home ice .. eek.

Preds or Vegas wouldn't be bad. Tampa seems to have found their mojo again.

Also Minnesota claw back (2-1) after the Laine violin rouse!

Watched the Caps v Jackets game today. Thought Columbus were a sneaky chance to win the series but didn’t expect them to go back home 2-0 up. Will follow them closely as Artemi Panarin is one of my favourite players. Still gutted the Hawks traded him.

Do you give the Kings any chance from 3-0 down? 

13 minutes ago, jnrmac said:

I watch the games at least twice and you are clutuching at straws

Maybe I am, so are a number of posters that placed a 6 next to Omac in the Votes thread. 

3 minutes ago, Dr.D said:

to be honest, the only positive i can find is that OMac has been unnoticeable which can only be a good thing.

I’m quite positive that you don’t watch the games. Omac unnoticeable? He’s probably been the biggest positive this year in terms of improvement.

This needs to be merged with the thread predicting our 10th place finish.

23 minutes ago, 640MD said:

In. Pedo, perhaps Hunt, or Tyson

out.  Not sure

Did not see enough, but we need fresh legs.  

Leave weideman to learn his craft

and pick players for the conditions expected

Go Dees !!

Perhaps?

Yes he’s had a quiet start, [censored], I would have played him today, he would have kept up with O’Meara at least. He’s a certainty next week.

Edit: Wasn’t aware F a r k is a bad word.

Are we allowed to phone a friend and use the 50/50 option?

Hawthorn is so confident now,  Frawley has gone  forward. That tells you something.

7 hours ago, Macca said:

With Winx now occupying the top spot with regards to the best Racehorse Worldwide,  it's worth noting the 3 main rivals that she has surpassed. 

2 of her rivals ran in the 'Pegasus World Cup International Stakes' (1800m) held in January at Gulfstream Park (Florida) ... the race was worth $12Million ($16Million next year) and is regarded as the richest horse race held annually.  Her other main rival ran in the recent G1 Dubai 'Turf' over 1800m. 

n.b. 'The Everest' is vying for the honour of the richest horserace and that race is going to be worth $13Million this year.  It is the richest 'Turf' race worldwide.  While I'm here,  here's a link to the top 100 Group 1 races held worldwide (we fare very well on the list)

Anyway,  here's a look at Gun Runner,  West Coast,  Benbatl & Winx (today)

 

 

And our own Winx today ...

 

Thanks Macca.

Personally, I’d love to see a match race between Winx and one of her rivals. Never going to happen though.

Watching the American style of racing reminded me of a great story about the little champ “Seabiscuit” during the Great Depression.

I highly recommend the book to anyone that enjoys racing.

Seabiscuit- Three Men And A Racehorse 

We are lucky we have seen two of the finest thoroughbreds in Black Caviar and Winx. We are often reminded of Australia’s rich racing history with Phar Lap and Tulloch, the Seabiscuit story adds to the history of racing in general. 

Here’s a video of a match race. This is only a small part of the story and hopefully not a spoiler. 

Like him or not, McVeigh is such a pro in defence.

19 minutes ago, Macca said:

Always nice to pick up a late winner D77 ... well done!

 

Yes, money back Macca.

In excess of 60k for the quaddie, I know a few that follow jockeys but not many that would follow D.Moor.  

Wow, D Moor rides the quaddie at Caulfield.

Had to throw a couple of bucks on Working From Home, seems that is what we are doing today.  

3 minutes ago, Macca said:

Didn't have the winner but I think I might have had the next 4 runners.  Nothing ventured,  nothing gained D77. 

Tough day Macca all round, lucky I didn’t follow Saint Velorem, stayed in the barriers and missed the start by 7 lengths, that feels like a win.

Good luck with your tri coming up @Macca

5 minutes ago, Macca said:

Alizee does it easily ... the 3yo filly beats all the mares. 

Might have a big big future with that turn of speed.  As it stands the horse is tremendous at Group level. 

PL Macca, simply PL. Great win though, but PL 

Hoping Hunt gets his mojo back tonight in the Casey game.

We’d love to see him back to his dashing best on Anzac eve.

9 minutes ago, Wadda We Sing said:

Nothing will ever beat WinXXX. Shes number 1...Suck it up Gun Runner.

Lol, the Great Gunrunner has run 3rd twice at Port Hedland Wadda, Winx still has a little catching up to do.?

How lucky are we?

Black Caviar,  now Winx !???