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    13 minutes ago, Macca said:

    I'm still going to have a First4 in the race having had a decent look at the field running last night.  

    What do think about Saint Valorems chances in the race Macca?

    I followed the horse last preparation without too much success.

     

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    33 minutes ago, Macca said:

    Started off with a winner with 'Pure Elation' ... looks a real good horse too. 

    Dan Zephyr has been scratched due to the state of the track at Caulfield. 

    Thanks Macca, i had no idea until now.

    My first collect, does that count?

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    1 hour ago, Jibroni said:

    The problem with that is that Richmond members are not what I call normal people.  It must include their escorts.

    Hold on a minute Jib, my uncle and his family are Richmond members. Still, no argument from me.

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    Just now, Wadda We Sing said:

    Whhhaaaaaaaat???? 23 starts for 2 third places??? What the..?

    Lol, that’s the Australian version.

    Gun Runner is American.

    If I searched correctly, record stands as

    19 Starts- 12-3-2.

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    9 hours ago, Macca said:

    The Zephyr at 7.50 for the place ... 'Handsome Thief' & 'El Sicario' scratched which means Milwaukee is now favourite.  The race has got a First4 feel about it with a few of the lightweights now in the betting. 

    Can Dan deliver a payday for us? ... here is the field again

     

    Australian Group & Listed Races

     

     

     

    The scratchings will aid his quest somewhat to break the streak Macca. A lot will need to go right for Dan to salute IMO. 

    It’s interesting they kept the horse at 1200m, with the way he hit the line I thought a step-up to 1400m would be ideal. 

    Looking forward to an enjoyable day in front of the box.

     

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    43 minutes ago, Macca said:

    A day late but here are my picks for the first round of the playoffs (winners in dark italics) I'm not sure any of us that have a go at the winners have ever got any more than 5 correct but it's hard to see many of the underdogs progressing past the first round ...

    • Winnipeg vs Minnesota
    • Pittsburgh vs Philadelphia
    • Vegas vs LA Kings
    • Tampa Bay vs New Jersey
    • Boston vs Toronto
    • Washington vs Columbus
    • Nashville vs Colorado
    • Anaheim vs San Jose

    As for which team can win the whole shebang,  could it be the the Vegas Golden Knights?  That would be something to see. 

    Winnipeg are in hot form along with Anaheim.  But it's playoff hockey where anything is possible.  And how far can Washington advance? 

    If today’s game is anything to go by Macca, the Vegas vs LA series could go down to the wire. Vegas more than held their own in the hit department but could that wear them down if it goes to 7? 

    They are one of the quickest skating teams I have seen, Vegas started the game well but gradually the Kings started to create scoring chances not so clear cut though, Fleury was great in goals for Vegas on the back of some good defensive plays by their D men.

     LA needs Muzzin back ASAP, he’s a big loss, especially from an offensive production aspect.

    I hope the Leafs knock those Bruins out in 4. Game 7 back in 2013 between those two was one of the most heartbreaking games I have ever seen. Leafs up 4-1 with 10 mins to go and lost 5-4 in OT.

    Many would agree that playoff hockey is one the most exciting spectacles on the planet.

    Tipping Nashville to win the Cup.

     

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    18 minutes ago, Macca said:

    In the Queen Elizabeth Stakes  I reckon Ambitious might run a good race.  Winx should win with Gailo,  Humidor and the Clapper running on but the Japanese import could easily get into the finish. 

    They are my top 5 D77 with Winx on top obviously.  But it could be a really good race and I’m not sure Winx will have it all her way.

    The Coolmore Queen of the Turf (Race 9) is a tough race to find a clear winner ... a good betting race with about 8 horses having real claims to win the race.  The dividends in the Trifecta & First 4 could be quite substantial. 

    I saw a caption on TV a little earlier Macca, I believe it was from the Waller camp, in their opinion, there are 4-5 horses that can beat her in the race.

    Also, some rumours earlier in the week on radio and one article on racing.com about the Queen Elizabeth being her last start possibly. 

    Have you heard anything similar? 

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    18 minutes ago, Macca said:

    Ha!  Dan was only 2 lengths off 3rd last week and the horse that ran 3rd (Milwaukee) is a clear 2nd favourite for this upcoming race.  The favourite is going to take some beating though (Handsome Thief) 

    And I had Almandin earmarked as my best bet D77!  However, there's a couple of others that I like at Randwick but I've settled on a standout in the Oaks ...

    Best Bet:  Hiyaam   Race 6  No.2  Randwick  $5.50

    A very impressive winner at it's last outing in the G1 Vinery Stud Stakes (2000m) and the horse is also very consistent (3rd in the VRC Oaks,  3rd in the G2 Phar Lap Stakes and a 4th in the Wakeful)  Drawn the inside gate so should get a great spot in the running.  Trained by Mick Price with Michael Dee on board again. 

    Overall Best Bet Record 36: 19-7-1

     

     

    Ha Ha Macca, it felt a little like cheating by suggesting Almandin early. This is more of an option being “safe”. 

    Funny you mentioned “Handsome Thief”. I almost made it my “ Best”, didn’t want to disrespect the Great Zephyr :), odds are very short too.

    Nice pick “Hiyaam” by the way.

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    1 hour ago, 3Dee said:

    PLAYOFFS START TODAY! Where's the hockey love?

    Love the NHL, no Blackhawks this post-season:(.

    Looking forward to the Maple Leafs v Boston series. Maple Leafs owe them big time from a few years ago.

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    Going early fellas.

    Best Bet: Randwick Race 8 No.1 Almandin.

    Currently $4.20 with TAB, hoping the “Class” factor gets him home. Tricky fields once again and found it hard to identify a standout.

    Dan Zephyr returns. Caulfield Race8 No.9

    Connections were happy with the way the horse hit the line last start. Can’t draw a barrier to save its life, drawing wide (12) again.

    Last night odds for Dan showed $51, into $41 this morning. Maybe the plunge came on the back of a humorous twist.

    The horse hasn’t won for 17 runs, yes folks, a 17 run losing streak, sound familiar?

    “Nobody beats the Zephyr 18 times in a row”.

    :laugh:

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    2 minutes ago, Wadda We Sing said:

    Eggzactly. How was the footy? Kids would have loved that.

    Great thanks mate. Kids got a few slaps at the end from the players and now they’re all smiles. Hoodoo done and dusted!

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    1 minute ago, Wadda We Sing said:

    I know right. That stood out to me....56.5 looked to be way overs.

     Very smart selection Wadda. Nothing in Brisbane’s two games so far has indicated a blow out against Port.

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    36 minutes ago, Wadda We Sing said:

    Sure is. Was a pretty hard day at the track in the end. Lot of horses screwed up. Ace was unbelievable, cant believe he didnt win.

    Got a live multi on the footy.

    Demons under 39.5

    Brisbane + 56.5

    Freo under 39.5

    Crows line -20.5

    Ess win H2H

    28.13/1......so far so good.

    You just fell in with the Brisbane selection Wadda.:)

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    7 minutes ago, Wadda We Sing said:

    Got a good seat?

     

    Not IMO Wadda. Front row behind Punt Rd goals bottom level. Kids refuse to sit anywhere else, you know...... they want a Hi-5 from the players after games should we win. This is the only place I can take them where I don’t hear the words “ Dad, I’m bored” :)

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    10 minutes ago, Wadda We Sing said:

    I also had place so all good. Gallic Chieftain ran 3rd also. So good start to some multiples.

    Have a good yell at the Dees for me D77.

     

    Will do Wadda, seems kids are in good voice also. 

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    6 minutes ago, Macca said:

    Holy Snow missed the start and then got out too late ... had it each-way so no harm done.  A good thing beaten though. 

    I missed the race with the mad rush of getting to the G. Cheers Macca for suggesting the place multi. Still alive.

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    5 minutes ago, Wadda We Sing said:

    Well thats 80/1 right there with our other 2 bets. We will wait for Binman tomorrow and we will be well over 100s.

    Could be a big day tomorrow Wadda, a big price multi and dare I say it......a red and blue hoodoo breaker.

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    Best Bet: Randwick 2 No.1 Holy Snow $4.00

    Running really well in strong company. Looked the winner last start until Unforgotten came from the clouds to nose it out. Flew home behind Grunt two starts ago at odds. 

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    2 hours ago, Macca said:

    I like a few chances this upcoming weekend including 'Enbihaar' (Race 1 Randwick),  'Despatch' (Race 3 Morphettville) and 'Beat the Clock' (Race 7 Sha Tin) but here's my best bet...

    French Emotion ($4.20) - Bendigo Race 6  No.2 ... trained by Chris Waller with Brad Rawiller on board.  The horse has drawn a decent gate and should at least get into the finish (paying $1.75 for the place) 

    Overall Best Bet Strike Rate

    33:  19 - 6 - 1

    Australian Group & Listed Races

    Footnote:  'Brave Smash' ($8.50) is my each-way bet - running in the T J Smith Stakes the horse has a more than decent finishing burst ... 5 weeks off since the Newmarket should have freshened the horse up nicely. 

    I’m almost tempted to make that my Best Macca but must respect the class of Redzel.

    I honestly believe ‘Brave Smash’ can win for the reason you pointed out above. 

    Like your selections up the top also and might be worth following ‘Lite’N In My Veins’ in the Golden Mile at Bendigo. Horse is in great form and I’ve seen as much as $8.50 fixed.

     

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