Wagga

Tomorrow, October 17, 2026Flat7f

Verdict

MASAKARI (2) gets the nod after a fourth at this track that reads better than the bare result, with stewards noting he raced keenly, was steadied and then had difficulty getting clear approaching the 200m. His Tatura third on soft ground two back was sound and a recent Wangaratta trial adds a useful fitness pointer. HOLD THIS (1) is the obvious danger after missing by a nose behind Ring Of Fire at this venue, and his three placings from three tries around 1600m give him a reliable profile despite the top weight. TASSY FOX (14) is less convincing on recent finishing effort, but the blinkers go on for the first time and her one previous 1600m placing keeps her in the place mix. THE ULTIMATE STAR (4) finished sixth last start, beaten 3.5 lengths at Cootamundra over 1400m. Can figure in the finish.

2. Masakari
1. Hold This
14. Tassy Fox

Win Only

1. 1. Hold This
J: BLAIKE MCDOUGALLT: DONNA SCOTT
F: 24332
Price History:
2.50
Age:
5
Weight:
1-13
Gear:
-
Official Rating:
0
Days Since Last Run:
19
Verdict
Has been knocking hard, most recently second at this track over 1600m when beaten a nose by Ring Of Fire after being steadied mid-race and still finishing strongly. His Corowa third in Class 1 company was another solid piece of form, and three placings from three tries around this distance underline the fit. Carries top weight, but the recent form is strong enough to win this.
2. 2. Masakari
J: BRODIE LOYT: JOHN & CHRIS LEDGER
F: 64434
Price History:
2.88
Age:
4
Weight:
1-12
Gear:
-
Official Rating:
0
Days Since Last Run:
19
Verdict
Comes through the right race after finishing fourth at this track, beaten two lengths by Ring Of Fire, with stewards noting he raced keenly, was steadied and then had trouble getting clear near the 200m. His Tatura third two back was sound and he has trialled at Wangaratta since, so the race-fitness base is there. With cleaner running, he looks the one to beat.
4. 4. The Ultimate Star
J: NICK HEYWOODT: TODD SMART
F: 5x356
Price History:
8.00
Age:
4
Weight:
1-12
Gear:
-
Official Rating:
0
Days Since Last Run:
13
Verdict
Gets weight relief after a plain sixth at Cootamundra where he was well-supported favourite, sat handy and failed to go on, with a tendency to lay in also noted. His previous fifth at this track over 1400m had some merit, beaten two and a half lengths at generous odds. Gets one more chance deep into the prep.
3. 3. Folsomprisonhooves
J: CARLY FRATERT: TOM WILSON
F: 7222
Price History:
7.50
Age:
3
Weight:
1-12
Gear:
-
Official Rating:
0
Days Since Last Run:
13
Verdict
Has placed at her past three starts, including a Cootamundra second over 1400m when she led and was beaten just over a length. The form is honest, and she was also runner-up at Nowra in a small field, but she now tackles around 1600m for the first time. Blinkers come off and keep safe.
8. 8. Fighting Fox
J: DALE COLET: KERRY WEIR
F: 7x464
Price History:
17.00
Age:
4
Weight:
1-11
Gear:
-
Official Rating:
0
Days Since Last Run:
13
Verdict
Closed off from well back for fourth at Cootamundra, beaten three lengths, after being slow to begin and still having work to do on the turn. That was better than her previous sixth at this track over 1200m, when she could not make ground. Minor claims from the draw.
11. 11. Oaklands Orchid
J: DAMON BUDLERT: SHANE BLOOMFIELD
F: 29337
Price History:
15.00
Age:
6
Weight:
1-11
Gear:
-
Official Rating:
0
Days Since Last Run:
13
Verdict
Comes back from Class 1 company after a safely held seventh at Cootamundra, beaten just over seven lengths with no obvious excuse. Her Leeton third in Class 1 grade two starts ago was stronger, leading and only giving way late. More a place hope than a win play.
13. 13. Rubilace
J: SHAUN GUYMERT: THERESA BATEUP
F: 45x79
Price History:
23.00
Age:
6
Weight:
1-11
Gear:
-
Official Rating:
0
Days Since Last Run:
16
Verdict
Eased back from a provincial meeting after finishing ninth at Illawarra Grange, beaten five and a half lengths, when unwanted in the market and only keeping on. Her previous run at this venue came on heavy ground and she was reported lame after being well held. Sticky draw and happy to watch.
14. 14. Tassy Fox
J: JOSH RICHARDST: GARY COLVIN
F: 88x56
Price History:
26.00
Age:
5
Weight:
1-11
Gear:
-
Official Rating:
0
Days Since Last Run:
14
Verdict
Blinkers go on for the first time after two fair runs this campaign, most recently sixth at Wagga Riverside when she was handy but did not finish off on soft ground. Her Leeton fifth was also even rather than sharp, though she has placed at her only previous start around 1600m. Strips fitter and stays in the mix.
12. 12. Prized Gesture
J: PIERRE BOUDVILLAINT: FIONA SCHNEIDERS
F: 64058
Price History:
31.00
Age:
5
Weight:
1-11
Gear:
-
Official Rating:
0
Days Since Last Run:
13
Verdict
Had genuine excuses at Cootamundra when eighth, beginning awkwardly and racing wide throughout, but he was still beaten just over six lengths. His prior Class 1 fifth at Leeton included a check near the 400m, yet the margin was just under nine lengths. Tested again.
5. 5. Them Apples
J: QUAYDE KROGHT: DOUG GORREL
F: x0055
Price History:
31.00
Age:
4
Weight:
1-11
Gear:
-
Official Rating:
0
Days Since Last Run:
19
Verdict
Was unwanted in the market when fifth at this track last start, beaten four lengths after having every chance to come into the race. His previous fifth here was similar, making ground into it before lacking a finishing change of gears. A lift is required.
9. 9. Kalshia
J: CLAIRE RAMSBOTHAMT: SHANE BLOOMFIELD
F: 0x077
Price History:
126.00
Age:
5
Weight:
1-11
Gear:
-
Official Rating:
0
Days Since Last Run:
21
Verdict
Steps from a picnic meeting into harder company after finishing seventh at Jerilderie, beaten four and a half lengths, with no clear excuse supplied. Her Griffith run prior was also only fair despite working home from well back after early contact. Hard to recommend on exposed figures.

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