Ascot
PEPSI PLATE ($55K)
All On Red is the standout in this field, being the only multiple winner and having accumulated significant prizemoney compared to rivals. While the barrier isn't ideal, her proven race form and class advantage make her the clear top pick, even with a new jockey.
TABTOUCH - WESTSPEED PLATINUM HANDICAP ($27K)
Acorn stands out as the top pick, boasting an impressive 50% win rate from just four starts and the services of William Pike. Despite the lack of recent form, the strong career record and top jockey suggest this horse is primed to perform well first-up over the short course. The inside barrier is a significant advantage for a 1006m sprint.
STRANGELOVE HANDICAP ($55K)
Kay Tee Why stands out as the class runner in this field, boasting a high win percentage and the services of champion jockey William Pike. Despite the lack of recent form, the Durrant/Pike combination is formidable, and the horse's overall record suggests it will be highly competitive here.
SOLO HANDICAP ($55K)
Western Lady stands out with an excellent win and place strike rate from fewer starts, suggesting significant untapped potential. From the powerful Grant & Alana Williams stable and with a favorable barrier and Lucy Fiore, this horse is the one to beat.
MRS MAC'S HANDICAP ($55K)
Ladies Pro returns with an impressive career record and the services of William Pike, indicating strong stable confidence. Her excellent place strike rate and favorable barrier make her the top pick, despite the unknown of her current fitness. She is expected to be highly competitive and hard to beat.
KAMBALDA VETERANS FC HANDICAP ($41K)
This horse stands out as the clear top pick. With William Pike aboard for Daniel Morton, a potent combination, and an impressive career place percentage, it's hard to look past this runner despite the wide draw. Its limited starts suggest untapped potential, and it's likely to be well-prepared for this return.
CITY OF BELMONT - MARJORIE CHARLESON CLASSIC ($69K)
Black Ora, with the wizard William Pike aboard and a perfect barrier 1 draw, looks exceptionally well-placed. His strong career win rate and high place percentage, combined with the Durrant stable's prowess, make him the clear top pick, even without recent form data.
BISLEY WORKWEAR HANDICAP ($55K)
This horse is a rising star with an exceptional win rate, stepping up in class but with a highly favourable barrier and top jockey. Its career record suggests immense potential, and it should handle the distance well. This is a strong bet for the win.
SCHWEPPES - WATC DERBY ($275K)
This horse is the standout in the field, boasting an exceptional win and place record from limited starts. With William Pike in the saddle and a favourable inside barrier, all signs point to a dominant performance in this staying test.